Raggedy Ann and Andy
The First Raggedy Ann
Raggedy Ann officially came into being in 1915, but actually existed for some time before that. Johnny Gruelle, an artist and political cartoonist, had a daughter named Marcella. When she found an old rag doll in the attic of their home, she brought it to her father. The doll, christened Ann by Marcella, needed a face. Johnny painted a face on the doll and gave it back to his daughter. It wasn't long before Raggedy Ann became Marcella's favorite playmate. Johnny recognized Raggedy Ann...

Raggedy Ann and Andy
Raggedy Ann Creator Johnny Gruelle
Spunky and witty red headed Raggedy Ann and her equally famous brother Andy are perhaps the best known rag dolls throughout the world. These special characters were originally created by cartoonist, illustrator, and author Johnny Gruelle over 95 years ago. Johnny Gruelle was born in Arcola, Illinois in 1880, just a year after U.S. President George Washington passed away. His father was an artist, so Johnny came by his creativity quite naturally. It was Johnny who originally created the illus...

Raggedy Ann
Meet Raggedy Ann and her brother Andy
Raggedy Ann and her brother Andy, creations of cartoonist Johnny Gruelle have become American icons. Today, Almost 95 years after their introduction to the public, Raggedy Ann and Andy are still charming people and making new fans,