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Sep 19, 2025

Pete

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Pete has published a news story:

On This Day September 19 1987 – Popeye and Son Premiered on CBS.

On this day September 19 1987, Popeye and Son premiered on CBS. The animated series continued the adventures of the classic cartoon sailor, this time focusing on Popeye, his wife Olive Oyl, and their son Junior.

The show introduced a new generation to the iconic characters, with Junior inheriting some of his father’s traits but preferring burgers over spinach. Although it only ran for one season, Popeye and Son...

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