Origins

The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles were created by Kevin Eastman and Peter Laird in 1983. The concept started as a joke when Eastman drew a masked turtle with nunchucks to make Laird laugh. They decided to create a comic book parodying popular elements in superhero comics at the time. The first issue was published in 1984 by Mirage Studios and was a surprise success.

The Creators

Kevin Eastman and Peter Laird are the creative minds behind the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. Their collaboration led to the creation of one of the most iconic franchises in pop culture history. Both Eastman and Laird have continued to contribute to the TMNT universe over the years.

Evolution

Since their creation, the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles have evolved through various comic book series, animated TV shows, movies, and merchandise. The franchise has remained popular for decades, appealing to multiple generations of fans.