11.28.2018

SpongeBob is Sad Today

So, Steven Hillenberg, the creator of SpongeBob Squarepants passed away from ALS yesterday at the age of 57.

When I saw the news this morning, I was, at first, kind of ambivalent. I did not know Mr. Hillenberg. But then I started thinking of all the SpongeBob episodes I watched with my two sons as they were growing up. We had a lot of laughs. Unlike other cartoons they watched, SpongeBob was actually one I enjoyed. So as I reflect on memories of times spent with my sons, I feel sad about Mr. Hillenberg. He left an indelible impression on millions. I'm sure everyone in Bikini Bottom is crying today.

RIP.

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