10 Iconic Comic Strips That Changed Media Forever

Peanuts – Charles M. Schulz

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Calvin and Hobbes – Bill Watterson

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Garfield – Jim Davis (1978–present)

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The Far Side – Gary Larson (1980–1995)

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Dilbert – Scott Adams (1989–2023)

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Cathy – Cathy Guisewite & B.C. (1976–2010)

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Little Nemo in Slumberland – Winsor McCay (1905–1914)

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Family Circus – Bil Keane (1960–2011)

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Prince Valiant – Hal Foster (1937–present)

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Pogo – Walt Kelly (1948–1975)

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