Mickey and Minnie celebrate 75th birthdays
Fans of Mickey and Minnie Mouse are set to flock to stores as Walt Disney’s cartoon creations celebrate their 75th birthdays.
Tuesday sees the anniversary of the debut of Mickey and Minnie in Steamboat Willie, first shown at the Colony Theatre in New York City on November 18, 1928.
To commemorate the date, Disney has created a limited edition range to celebrate the anniversary.
And London store Selfridges will unveil two window displays in tribute to the pair on Tuesday.
One will display designs from leading British fashion designers, including Patrick Cox, Paul Smith and Julien Macdonald.
The designs – inspired by what Mickey and Minnie mean to each designer – are to be auctioned in aid of charities, Children in Need and Barnardo’s.
Cindy Rose, managing director of Walt Disney Company international (UK and Ireland) said: “Mickey’s life and career are unparalleled. He is a pop icon, an entertainer and a beloved friend to children and families around the world.”
