Jim Davis

Chronicles of the lazy cat Garfield is all set to finish its 40th year next month. The comic strip first started by Jim Davis on June 19, 1978 has emerged to be the most loved feline characters all times. Right at the start of our interview, Jim tells us, "Everything about his success has surprised me. I was thrilled just to be syndicated. In my wildest dreams I hoped maybe there'd be a book or a coffee mug, but I never imagined Garfield would resonate the way he did. It's all about timing. I am still amazed and humbled that people love the characters."