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Tintin

Tintin is the titular fictional protagonist of *The Adventures of Tintin*, a Belgian comic series created by cartoonist Hergé.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Tintin is the titular fictional protagonist of *The Adventures of Tintin*, a Belgian comic series created by cartoonist Hergé. He is portrayed as a young reporter who travels the world with his dog Snowy and becomes involved in adventures, mysteries, and criminal investigations. The character first appeared in 1929 and has become one of the best-known figures in European comics.

Creation and first appearance

Tintin was created by Belgian cartoonist Hergé and first appeared in 1929 in the Belgian newspaper supplement *Le Petit Vingtième*. The character debuted in *Tintin in the Land of the Soviets*.

Character profile

Tintin is depicted as a young reporter with a round face and distinctive quiff hairstyle. He is commonly shown as brave, resourceful, and driven by truth and justice.

Role in the series

Tintin anchors a long-running adventure series in which he investigates crimes, uncovers conspiracies, and travels across the world. He is accompanied by Snowy and later supported by recurring characters such as Captain Haddock and Professor Calculus.

Cultural significance

Tintin became an internationally recognized comic character and a major symbol of European bande dessinée. The series has been translated into many languages and adapted into other media.

Key facts

Tintin is the central character in Hergé’s comic series *The Adventures of Tintin*.
He was first introduced in 1929 in *Le Petit Vingtième*, a youth supplement of *Le Vingtième Siècle*.
Tintin is usually depicted as a young investigative reporter who travels internationally.
His constant companion is his dog Snowy, known as Milou in the original French.
The character became one of the best-known figures in European comics.

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Canadian context

Tintin has been widely translated and read in Canada, where the series is part of the broader international comics tradition.

Frequently asked questions

Who created Tintin?

Tintin was created by the Belgian cartoonist Hergé, whose real name was Georges Remi.

When did Tintin first appear?

Tintin first appeared in 1929 in the youth supplement *Le Petit Vingtième*.

Is Tintin a journalist?

Yes. Tintin is usually portrayed as a young reporter and investigative journalist.

What is Tintin’s dog called?

Tintin’s dog is Snowy, called Milou in the original French editions.

What series is Tintin part of?

Tintin is the title character of *The Adventures of Tintin*.

References

Britannica — https://www.britannica.com/topic/Tintin
Supports: Tintin as the cartoon character and teenage journalist created by Hergé; companion Snowy.
Wikipedia — https://www.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tintin_(character)
Supports: Tintin’s first appearance in 1929, role as protagonist, and depiction as a reporter with Snowy.
Tintin.com — https://www.tintin.com/en/essentials
Supports: The Adventures of Tintin as a 24-album series created by Hergé from 1929 onward.