Still, in honor of Mickey's 85th birthday—the character made his debut before paying customers in the short "Steamboat Willie" on Nov. 18, 1928—we tried, and we came up with 85 things that can be ...

Creator Walt Disney originally named his cartoon creation Mortimer. Walt's wife, Lily, wasn't fond of the name and suggested Mickey, instead. The rest is history. 2. Mickey Mouse and Harry Potter have ...

Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse will “officially” turn 95 on Nov. 18. The birthday marks a long life as a beloved character who also draws millions of tourists to the Orlando area each year from around ...

Mickey Mouse has brought a smile to the hearts and minds of kids, and even some adults, for 94 years. On Nov. 18, fans of Mickey and the rest of Disney are celebrating his “birthday.” Here are 10 ...

Disney later claimed that Mickey stemmed from his fondness for a mouse that kept him company while he worked–a tale that reeks of revisionist history. But a handmade birthday card adorned with what ...