😅 SpongeBob SquarePants is an iconic animated character who lives in the underwater city of Bikini Bottom. Created by marine science educator and animator Stephen Hillenburg, SpongeBob made his debut on Nickelodeon in 1999. He’s a perpetually optimistic and endlessly energetic sea sponge who works as a fry cook at the Krusty Krab, a fast-food restaurant famous for its delicious Krabby Patty burgers. His cheerful personality, combined with his childlike innocence, makes him a beloved character f