Pig-Pen

The boy who attracts dust

A boy character who is always covered in dirt and dust, possessing a mysterious power to attract dust.

Quotes

  • I like dust.
  • That's why I'm me, because of the dust.
  • Being too clean isn't for me.
  • Being dirty is proof that I'm alive.

Trivia

  • Pig-Pen's dust is a symbol of his character.
  • He is never depicted as having a liking for cleanliness.
  • A mysterious presence loved by many fans.
  • The dust cloud is the character's trademark.

Alternate names

Pig-Pen Hokorin Dirty Boy

Tags

Peanuts Pig-Pen boy character comic character dust cute special ability American comic Snoopy

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Profile

Species
Human
Gender
Male

Appearance

Overall appearance
A boy who is always dirty because his entire body is covered in dirt and dust. However, his personality is bright and endearing.
Eye color
Black
Hair color
Brown
Distinguishing features
  • Always covered in dust
  • Dust cloud hovering around
  • Casual clothing
Iconic items
  • Cloud of dust
  • Tattered shirt
  • Smile

Personality and abilities

Core personality
cheerful
Detailed personality
Unclean in appearance, but friendly and approachable, loved by those around him. He doesn't mind being covered in dust.
Keywords
  • cheerful
  • innocent
  • approachable
  • carefree
  • humorous
Motto
“I don't mind the dust.”
Talents
  • Special ability to attract dust
  • Bright personality that soothes people
  • Humor
Skills
  • Sociable
  • Making friends
  • Optimistic thinking
Motivation
To spend fun time with friends.
Habits
When he walks, a cloud of dust drifts around him.
Favorite foods
hot dogs, ice cream, pizza
Hobbies
Playing with friends, Outdoor play
Disliked situations
Overly clean places, Environments likely to remove dust

History

Backstory
One of the Peanuts characters, created by Charles Schulz. He is affectionately known by those around him as a mysterious boy covered in dust.
Debut date
July 13, 1954
Work title
Peanuts
Media type
Manga

First appearance

Significant event
First appearance
Description
First appeared in the 1954 comic strip.

Became a popular character

Significant event
Became a popular character
Description
Gained popularity with his mysterious dust-attracting power and cheerful personality.

Relationships

Charlie Brown

Best friend

Pig-Pen is depicted as Charlie Brown's friend and companion.

Snoopy

Friend

Has a friendly relationship with Snoopy as well.

Peanuts kids

Peanuts kids: unknown

Media appearances

Peanuts

Manga / Supporting

Serialization started in 1954

The Charlie Brown and Snoopy Show

Anime / Supporting

1983 TV series

Snoopy films

Movie / Supporting

Appears in numerous works

Voice cast and creators

Charles M. Schulz

Creator name
Charles M. Schulz
Role
Original author

Related goods

Pig-Pen figure

Item name
Pig-Pen figure
Category
Figure
Availability
Regular

Pig-Pen plush

Item name
Pig-Pen plush
Category
Plush or doll
Availability
Regular

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