Charles M. Schulz
![IT'S THE EASTER BEAGLE, CHARLIE BROWN, Linus, Lucy, 1974.](https://www.remindmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/peanuts-lucy-770x433.jpg)
The Worst ‘Peanuts’ Character Was Based on a Real Person (And Even Charles M. Schulz Didn’t Like Her)
But he kept her in the series because she played an important role.
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‘It’s the Easter Beagle, Charlie Brown!’ Premiered 50 Years Ago
Originally debuting April 9, 1974, on CBS, this ‘Peanuts’ holiday special hasn’t been as widely remembered or talked about as ‘A Charlie Brown Christmas’ or ‘It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown.’
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Where to Watch Your Favorite Peanuts Movies & Specials
Find out how to watch ‘A Charlie Brown Christmas.’
![IT'S THE GREAT PUMPKIN, CHARLIE BROWN, Linus Van Pelt, Sally Brown, Snoopy, first aired in 1966](https://www.remindmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/its-the-great-pumpkin-charlie-brown-770x433.jpg)
‘It’s The Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown’ Celebrates its 57th Anniversary
Find out where you can watch it this year.