SpongeBob SquarePants  20 facts 

SpongeBob SquarePants is a popular animated television series that premiered on Nickelodeon in 1999.

The show was created by animator and marine biologist Stephen Hillenburg.

The main character, SpongeBob SquarePants, is a sea sponge who lives in the underwater city of Bikini Bottom.

SpongeBob's best friend is a pink starfish named Patrick Star.

Other notable characters include Squidward Tentacles, Mr. Krabs, and Sandy Cheeks.

The show has won numerous awards, including four Emmy Awards.

SpongeBob has become a pop culture icon, with merchandise including toys, clothing, and video games.

The show has been dubbed into over 50 languages and has aired in more than 200 countries.

SpongeBob SquarePants has been adapted into two feature films, with a third film set to be released in 2020.

The show's theme song, "SpongeBob SquarePants," has become a popular meme and has been covered by various artists.

The show's creator, Stephen Hillenburg, passed away in 2018 from ALS.

SpongeBob SquarePants has been referenced in numerous other television shows, movies, and video games.

The show has been praised for its humor and creativity, as well as its positive messages about friendship and imagination.

SpongeBob SquarePants was originally intended for an adult audience, but has become popular with children as well.

The show has spawned numerous spin-offs and specials, including "SpongeBob SquarePants: The Musical."

SpongeBob SquarePants has been criticized for promoting inappropriate behavior, such as disobedience and disrespect.

The show has been the subject of controversy in some countries, where it has been accused of promoting homosexuality and violence.

SpongeBob SquarePants has a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

The show has been credited with helping to increase interest in marine biology among young people.

SpongeBob SquarePants is one of the longest-running and most successful animated television series of all time.