Scooby

Scooby-Doo is a fictional character, a talking Great Dane who features as the titular character of the Scooby-Doo franchise. Created by Joe Ruby and Ken Spears for Hanna-Barbera, he first appeared in 1969 in Scooby-Doo, Where Are You!, and has since become a cultural icon.

He belongs to the Mystery Inc. team, along with Fred Jones, Daphne Blake, Velma Dinkley, and Shaggy Rogers. The group travels in the Mystery Machine solving mysteries, usually involving unmasked villains. Scooby and his companion Shaggy serve as comic relief and, despite his fear, Scooby helps solve mysteries. He is known for his love of food, especially Scooby Snacks, which sometimes give him courage.

Character and voice: Scooby is a Great Dane who speaks in a distinctive, hesitant voice. He communicates through speech, using phrases like "Scooby-Dooby-Doo" and "Ruh-roh." Over the years, various performers have provided his voice, most notably Don Messick in early iterations and Frank Welker in later productions.

Legacy and media: The character has appeared across numerous television series, feature films (including live-action adaptations), direct-to-video films, and merchandise. Scooby-Doo continues to be a recognizable symbol of animated mystery and family entertainment.