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mahatmakanejeeves

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Wed Oct 12, 2022, 03:22 PM Oct 2022

On this day, October 12, 1921, Art Clokey, the creator of "Gumby," was born.

Tue Oct 12, 2021: On this day, October 12, 1921, Art Clokey, the creator of "Gumby," was born.

A pioneer in stop-motion clay animation, Art Clokey was #BornOnThisDay, Oct. 12, 1921. Remembered as the creator of TV's "Gumby" (1955-'60+ the original voice of Gumby's sidekick, Pokey) & for TV's Davey and Goliath (1961-'73). Passed in 2010 (age 88). #RIP #GoneButNotForgotten


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On this day, October 12, 1921, Art Clokey, the creator of "Gumby," was born. (Original Post) mahatmakanejeeves Oct 2022 OP
I thought Eddie Murphy created Gumby. sop Oct 2022 #1
And I believe he inspired Mr Bill. CaptainTruth Oct 2022 #2
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