Fat Albert Basic Information
Fat Albert as depicted in the original Filmation series
Fat Albert
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First Appearance
September 9, 1972 (Fat Albert and the Cosby Kids TV series)
Creator
Bill Cosby (based on his real childhood friend Albert Robertson)
Series
Fat Albert and the Cosby Kids
Copyright
Filmation Associates / Entertainment Rights
Identity
Species
Human (African-American)
Gender
Male
Age
Teenager (approximately 12-14 years old)
Birthday
Not specified
Occupation
Student, Leader of the Junkyard Gang
Fat Albert's Appearance
Physical Features
Height
Tall and large for his age
Body Type
Overweight/Obese but athletic
Color Scheme
Dark skin, black hair
Signature Style
Outfit
Red shirt, blue jeans
Catchphrase
Hey hey hey!
Accessories
Sometimes carries makeshift musical instruments from junkyard
Fat Albert Character Background
Origin Story
Based on Bill Cosby's real childhood friend Albert Robertson from his Philadelphia neighborhood. The character first appeared in Cosby's 1968 Grammy-winning comedy album 'Revenge' before being adapted for television.
Character Timeline
Comedy Album Debut
First mentioned in Bill Cosby's Grammy-winning album 'Revenge'.
TV Series Launch
Fat Albert and the Cosby Kids premiered on CBS, running for 13 successful seasons.
Emmy Recognition
The series won Emmy Awards for Outstanding Animated Program.
Live-Action Film
Starred in the live-action film 'Fat Albert' with Kenan Thompson.
Series Conclusion
The original series ended after 110 episodes and 3 specials.
Fat Albert's Personality
Personality Traits
- Caring / Compassionate
- Optimistic / Positive
- Leadership qualities
- Gentle / Kind-hearted
- Wise beyond his years
- Athletic despite appearance
- Moral compass
- Enthusiastic
Strengths
- Natural leader and mediator
- Brings out the best in others
- Strong moral values
- Athletic ability despite size
- Problem-solving skills
- Loyalty to friends
Weaknesses
- Sometimes too trusting
- Can be overly optimistic
- Occasionally naive about complex situations
Goals
- To help his friends learn and grow
- To keep the gang together and positive
- To teach valuable life lessons
Fears
- Letting his friends down
- Not being able to help when needed
Fat Albert's Gallery
Fat Albert's Abilities
Special Powers
- Natural leadership abilities
- Moral guidance and wisdom
- Athletic prowess despite size
Skills
- Conflict resolution
- Teaching and mentoring
- Music (plays makeshift instruments)
- Sports (surprisingly agile)
- Problem-solving
Fat Albert's Relationships
Friends
Fat Albert Awards & Recognition
- Emmy Awards for Outstanding Animated Program
- Educational recognition for positive messaging
Fat Albert Cultural Influence
Pop Culture Impact
Fat Albert became an iconic figure in children's television, known for combining entertainment with education. His catchphrase 'Hey hey hey!' is instantly recognizable across generations. The show was groundbreaking for featuring positive African-American characters in animation.
Social Impact
The series was notable for addressing real social issues facing urban youth, including peer pressure, bullying, and family problems, while maintaining an optimistic and educational approach. It helped normalize diverse representation in children's programming.