On this day in history, July 27, 1940, Bugs Bunny, now an iconic pop culture cartoon character, debuted in the short animated film "A Wild Hare," released by Warner Brothers.

Presented in honor of Bugs’ 84th birthday, the special anchors a day of animated programming dedicated to the classic Looney Tunes star on his new network television home – MeTV Toons.

Object Details associated person Blanc, Mel maker Warner Brothers Description Animation cel of Bugs Bunny saying "What's Up Doc?” Tex Avery created Bugs Bunny in an award-winning cartoon he produced ...