Patrick Star Basic Information
Patrick Star's iconic look that made him a beloved character
Patrick Star
💭Cartoon Chat with Patrick StarCreation Info
First Appearance
May 1, 1999 ('Help Wanted' - SpongeBob SquarePants pilot)
Creator
Stephen Hillenburg
Series
SpongeBob SquarePants, The Patrick Star Show
Copyright
Viacom International Inc. / Nickelodeon
Identity
Species
Starfish (Sea Star)
Gender
Male
Age
Similar to SpongeBob (implies young adult)
Birthday
Unknown
Occupation
Unemployed ('Expert in the art of doing nothing'), Occasional Krusty Krab/Chum Bucket employee
Patrick Star's Appearance
Physical Features
Height
Taller than SpongeBob
Body Type
Overweight, star-shaped
Color Scheme
Pink body, red dots (sometimes).
Signature Style
Outfit
Lime green shorts with purple flowers.
Catchphrase
'Is mayonnaise an instrument?''Leedle Leedle Leedle Lee!''Wumbology? The study of wumbo? It's first grade!'
Accessories
None standard
Character Background
Origin Story
Patrick lives under a large brown rock, next door to Squidward Tentacles and two doors down from his best friend SpongeBob SquarePants in Bikini Bottom. His furniture is typically made of sand.
Character Timeline
Series Debut
Appears alongside SpongeBob in the pilot episode 'Help Wanted'.
Spin-off Series
Stars in his own spin-off, 'The Patrick Star Show'.
Patrick Star's Personality
Personality Traits
- Extremely Low Intelligence / Dim-witted
- Lazy
- Loyal (especially to SpongeBob)
- Friendly and Good-natured
- Simple-minded / Innocent
- Loves Eating and Sleeping
- Prone to nonsensical logic
- Occasionally shows surprising strength or profound thoughts
- Easily confused
Strengths
- Unwavering loyalty and friendship
- Kindness
- Physical strength (sometimes)
- Expert at doing nothing
- Unintentional humor
Weaknesses
- Lack of intelligence / Common sense
- Laziness
- Easily distracted or manipulated
- Can be selfish about food
Goals
- To eat
- To sleep
- To do nothing
- To have fun with SpongeBob
Fears
- Spiders (sometimes)
- Losing SpongeBob as a friend
Patrick Star's Gallery
Patrick Star's Abilities
Special Powers
- Surprising physical strength on occasion
- Regeneration (as starfish can)
Skills
- Sleeping
- Eating
- Doing Nothing ('The Art of Doing Nothing')
- Jellyfishing (with SpongeBob)
- Bubble Blowing (with SpongeBob)
- Sand construction (making furniture)
Patrick Star's Relationships
Family Members
Awards & Recognition
- The SpongeBob SquarePants franchise has won numerous awards.
Cultural Influence
Pop Culture Impact
Patrick Star is an extremely popular and recognizable character, beloved for his cluelessness and loyalty. He is the source of countless internet memes ('Surprised Patrick', 'Push it somewhere else', 'Is mayonnaise an instrument?') and iconic quotes.
Social Impact
Embodies themes of unconditional friendship and finding joy in simple things. His character provides significant comic relief and represents a contrast to more driven or intelligent characters.