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BaldoBaldo is an American comic strip written by Hector Cant and illustrated by Carlos Castellanos. It was launched in April of 2000, and is widely billed as the first comic strip featuring Latino characters and themes to be marketed to a mainstream audience. Characters - Baldomero "Baldo" Bermudez is the title character. A Latino teenager, his primary interests are cars and girls. He is also obsessed with being cool, and (until 2003) had been vying for the affections of Sylvia Sanchez, the prettiest girl in school.
- Graciela "Gracie" Bermudez is Baldo's younger, Lisa Simpson-like sister. She is an ardent admirer of Frida Kahlo, and frequently attempts to be an activist. In true little sister form, she is a constant annoyance to her older brother.
- Sergio "Dad" Bermudez is the patriarch of the family, the father of Baldo and Gracie, and the owner of a small business. He is often seen by his children as being dorky, although they love him all the same. It is currently unknown what has happened to his wife.
- Tia Carmen is Baldo and Gracie's dizzy great-aunt. An older woman, Carmen has a vast knowledge and love of old-world customs, foods, and herbal remedies.
- Cruz is Baldo's best friend. Frequently confused with Hector from Zits, Cruz is often seen accompanying Baldo in the quest for coolness.
- Britney "Smiley" Rogers is Baldo's Anglo girlfriend. Originally introduced in 2001 as Baldo's new next door neighbor with an interest in Latino culture, Smiley first kissed Baldo on February 25, 2003, and the two have been together ever since. For a brief time, Smiley's little brother became Gracie's "boyfriend", but that relationship has since been dissolved.
Cartoon collections Two collections of the strip have been published in book form. The Lower You Ride, The Cooler You Are (2001) was the first, followed by Night Of The Bilingual Telemarketers (2002). External links
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