Tigger Basic Information
Tigger, the exuberant and bouncy stuffed tiger from the Hundred Acre Wood.
Creation Info
First Appearance
1928 (in Chapter 2 of A. A. Milne's 'The House at Pooh Corner' book)
Creator
A. A. Milne (Author), E. H. Shepard (Illustrator)
Series
Winnie-the-Pooh (books), Various Disney Winnie the Pooh series and films, The Tigger Movie
Copyright
Disney Enterprises, Inc. (for Disney adaptations, original works public domain in some regions)
Identity
Species
Stuffed Tiger ('Tigger')
Gender
Male
Age
Ageless (stuffed animal)
Birthday
Unknown (first appeared 1928)
Occupation
Professional Bouncer, Friend, Enthusiast
Tigger's Appearance
Physical Features
Height
Taller than Pooh and Piglet
Body Type
Stuffed tiger, often coiled or bouncing
Color Scheme
Orange fur with distinct black stripes
Signature Style
Outfit
Wears no clothing.
Catchphrase
"Hoo-hoo-hoo-hoo!" (laugh), "The wonderful thing about Tiggers is Tiggers are wonderful things!", "Bouncing is what Tiggers do best!", "TTFN - Ta-Ta For Now!"
Character Background
Origin Story
Tigger was introduced in the second Winnie-the-Pooh book, 'The House at Pooh Corner,' by A. A. Milne, based on one of his son Christopher Robin Milne's stuffed toys. He arrives unexpectedly in the Hundred Acre Wood, immediately characterized by his bouncing and exuberant personality. He initially lives with Kanga and Roo. In Disney adaptations, his personality is largely retained, emphasizing his bounciness, unique speech, and close friendship with Roo.
Character Timeline
Book Debut
Introduced in Chapter 2 ('In Which Tigger Comes to the Forest and Has Breakfast') of 'The House at Pooh Corner'.
Disney Animation Debut
Appeared in Disney's featurette 'Winnie the Pooh and the Blustery Day,' famously voiced by Paul Winchell.
Discovering Tigger Tastes
Early stories involve Tigger trying various foods (honey, acorns, thistles) only to discover he dislikes them, eventually finding he loves Extract of Malt.
The Tigger Movie
Starred in his own feature film focused on his desire to find other Tiggers and his 'family tree'.
Tigger's Personality
Personality Traits
- Extremely energetic and exuberant.
- Loves to bounce constantly.
- Overly optimistic and cheerful.
- Supremely confident in himself and his abilities (often overestimated).
- Friendly, outgoing, and sociable.
- Mischievous and enjoys playful antics.
- Can be thoughtless or unaware of how his actions affect others (like annoying Rabbit).
- Very proud of being a 'Tigger' and claims to be 'the only one'.
- Resourceful and resilient; bounces back quickly from setbacks.
- Loyal to his friends, especially Roo.
Strengths
- Boundless optimism and enthusiasm.
- Infectious energy.
- Loyalty and friendliness.
- Confidence.
- Mastery of bouncing.
Weaknesses
- Can be overly boisterous and disruptive.
- Sometimes lacks foresight or consideration for others.
- Overestimates his own abilities.
- Initially disliked many foods (honey, acorns, thistles).
Goals
- To bounce.
- To have fun with his friends.
- To find things that Tiggers like (e.g., food).
- To teach others the joys of bouncing.
Fears
- Heights (ironically, after bouncing up a tree).
- Not being able to bounce.
Tigger's Gallery
Tigger's Abilities
Special Powers
- Extraordinary bouncing ability, using his tail like a spring.
- Boundless energy and stamina.
Skills
- Bouncing (claims it's what Tiggers do best).
- Tracking (in his own unique way).
- Cheering up his friends (usually).
- Singing 'The Wonderful Thing About Tiggers'.
Awards & Recognition
- Part of the globally beloved and award-winning Winnie-the-Pooh franchise. Paul Winchell won a Grammy for his performance in 'Winnie the Pooh and Tigger Too'.
Cultural Influence
Pop Culture Impact
Tigger is one of the most popular and recognizable characters from Winnie-the-Pooh, known for his unique personality, bouncing, and catchphrases. 'The Wonderful Thing About Tiggers' is an iconic song. His character represents boundless energy, optimism, and the joy of being unique ('the only one'). His speech patterns and laugh are instantly recognizable.
Social Impact
Tigger embodies exuberance, confidence, and the importance of embracing one's unique nature. He also provides comic relief and represents the energetic, sometimes overwhelming, friend within a social group. His character is sometimes discussed in relation to ADHD due to his hyperactivity and impulsiveness.