Robert L. Ripley

Robert L. Ripley

Robert L. Ripley was an American cartoonist who founded 'Believe It or Not!,' a popular newspaper cartoon presenting bizarre facts and oddities.

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Birth Name :

LeRoy Ripley

Profession :

Illustrator

Birthday :

December 25, 1890

Star Sign :

Capricorn

Death Date:

May 27, 1949

Age :

58

Birthplace :

Santa Rosa, California

Robert L. Ripley, also known as Robert LeRoy Ripley, was a renowned American cartoonist, entrepreneur, and radio personality. He gained fame for creating the “Believe It or Not!” cartoon feature, which highlighted strange facts and peculiarities from across the globe. Some of his other significant works include “The New Believe It or Not,” “The Big Little Book of Believe It or Not!,” and “The Believe It or Not Story.” Additionally, Ripley hosted TV shows like “Ripley’s Believe It or Not!” and authored several books. As a world traveler, he amassed a collection of unique artifacts during his journeys. Ripley passed away on May 27, 1949, in New York City.