‘Kenkoy’ marks 90th year
First published in Liwayway magazine in 1929, Kenkoy, the cartoon character which later became the general word for cartoons in the Philippines is marking its 90th anniversary this year.
First published in Liwayway magazine in 1929, Kenkoy, the cartoon character which later became the general word for cartoons in the Philippines is marking its 90th anniversary this year.
Perhaps the truest sign that something has truly entered the sphere of everyday Filipino life is for a name to become permanently integrated into the vibrant Filipino language. Such is certainly the case with the word “Kenkoy,” a description foisted on someone funny or amusing. With its standout consonants and playful vowels, the name Kenkoy just radiates humor.
After the successful release of the first Pinoy Cartoonist Memorabilia collection featuring the work of local comic strip legend Larry Alcala, Solo is back with another big dose of Pinoy greatness.
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