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Bugs Bunny, the world's most famous cartoon rabbit, celebrated his 80th birthday on Monday, July 27.

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The well-loved animated character's creator studio Warner Bros. shared a short video featuring the birthday celebrant himself, Bugs Bunny, in his “work-from-hole” set-up.

In the video, the youthful octogenarian gave advice on how to get through this difficult time by reflecting on some of his past experiences in surviving challenging situations.

“Through all these, one thing I learned is laughter lifts the human spirit.”

He also showed the new work set-up for Warner Bros. employees and congratulated everyone for doing a great job in adjusting to this 'new normal'.

But the celebration is far from over, as Warner Bros. launches a Tik Tok challenge, an all-new animated web series, a Bugs Bunny-themed mobile party game deck, and commemorative stamps to honor the milestone anniversary of Bugs Bunny.

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#WhatsUpDocChallenge

In order for fans to take part in celebrating Bugs Bunny's 80th birthday, Warner Bros. has launched the #WhatsUpDocChallenge on TikTok, which encourages everyone to do their own rendition of Bugs Bunny's iconic catchphrase “What's up, Doc?”

Looney Tunes Cartoons

Bugs Bunny's 80th year also marks his return in the all-new “Looney Tunes Cartoons", produced by Warner Bros Animations and debuted in HBO Max last May. This gives fans who grew up watching Bugs Bunny a chance to see him in action once again, and at the same time, offers a chance for the new generation to get to know the pop culture icon.

Acting Looney on Heads Up!

“Heads Up!”, the mobile party game made popular by TV host Ellen DeGeneres, has released a a new "Looney Tunes Cartoons" inspired deck, which will only be available from July 27 - August 31, 2020.

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Commemorative U.S. Postal Service Stamps

The U.S. Postal Service (USPS) celebrates Bugs Bunny's 80th anniversary with Commemorative Forever stamps, which features the world's favorite trickster rabbit in 20 different looks or disguises. This is actually the second time he has appeared in a USPS commemorative stamp. His first time was in 1997, which is also the first time that the USPS featured an animated character in their stamps.

So many ways to celebrate Bugs Bunny's milestone birthday, right? It's definitely a celebration that a pop culture icon deserves!

Thanks for making people laugh with your crazy antics and simultaneously serving as an inspiration on how to face adversities by being adaptable and ingenious. Happy birthday, Bugs Bunny!

Source: https://www.warnerbros.com/news/articles/2020/07/27/happy-80th-birthday-bugs-bunny

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