Squidward Q. Tentacles is a fictional character voiced by actor Rodger Bumpass in the Nickelodeon animated television series SpongeBob SquarePants. Squidward was created and designed by marine biologist and animator Stephen Hillenburg. He first appeared on television in the series' pilot episode "Help Wanted" on May 1, 1999. Although his name has the word "squid" in it, Squidward is an anthropomorphic octopus. He lives in a moai between SpongeBob SquarePants' and Patrick Star's houses. The character is portrayed as ill-tempered and pretentious, and he despises his two neighbors' constant noisy behavior. However, the pair are unaware of Squidward's antipathy towards them and see him as a friend. Squidward works as a cashier at the Krusty Krab restaurant, a job towards which he is apathetic. The character's reception from fans has been positive. Squidward has appeared in many SpongeBob SquarePants publications, toys, and other merchandise.
| First appearance | "Help Wanted" (1999) |
| Created by | Stephen Hillenburg |
| Voiced by | Rodger Bumpass, Jason Maybaum (Young, Sponge on the Run) |
| Portrayed by | Gavin Lee |
| Species | Octopus |
| Gender | Male |
| Occupation | Cashier at the Krusty Krab |
| Relatives | Mrs. Tentacles (mother) |
About Squidward Tentacles
Anthropomorphic octopus who lives in a moai between the houses of SpongeBob SquarePants' and Patrick Star. He worked as a cashier at the Krusty Krab.
Achievement of Squidward Tentacles
The character's creator, Stephen Hillenburg, also worked as a marine biologist. Squidward appeared in the pilot episode of SpongeBob SquarePants, "Help Wanted."
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Latest information about Squidward Tentacles updated on July 28 2021.
