1. Teddy bears were named after President Theodore "Teddy" Roosevelt.
2. The first teddy bear was created in 1902 by Morris Michtom in the United States.
3. Teddy bears are often associated with comfort and security, making them popular childhood companions.
4. The world's largest teddy bear, according to Guinness World Records, stands at 55 feet tall.
5. Teddy bears have been to space! In 2016, a teddy bear named Tremor joined British astronaut Tim Peake on the International Space Station.
6. The iconic teddy bear character Winnie the Pooh was inspired by a real bear named Winnipeg at the London Zoo.
7. Teddy bears have their own day of celebration – National Teddy Bear Day is observed on September 9th each year.
8. The teddy bear has become a symbol of love and affection, often given as a gift on special occasions.
9. The world's most expensive teddy bear is worth over $2 million, adorned with diamonds and sapphires.
10. In 2008, a teddy bear named Mr. Bean's bear, owned by the fictional character Mr. Bean, sold for £180,000 at auction.
11. The Teddy Bear Museum in South Korea showcases a collection of teddy bears in various historical and cultural settings.
12. Teddy bears are often featured in literature, such as A.A. Milne's "Winnie the Pooh" and Michael Bond's "Paddington Bear."
13. Teddy bears have been used as therapy animals for patients, providing comfort and companionship.
14. The first teddy bear commercial appeared in 1902, featuring the song "The Teddy Bears' Picnic."
15. The smallest teddy bear ever made measures only 3.5 millimeters in height and was created by South African artist Matilde Marse.
|16. Teddy bears played a role in diplomacy – the "Teddy Bear Summit" took place in 2002 between the United States and Russia.
17. The Teddy Bear Toss is a popular charitable event where fans throw teddy bears onto the ice during a hockey game, collected and donated to children in need.
18. Teddy bears have inspired numerous songs, including Elvis Presley's "Teddy Bear" and Red Sovine's "Teddy Bear."
19. The world's oldest teddy bear, dating back to 1904, is named "Teddy Girl" and is on display at the Teddy Bear Museum in England.
20. The Teddy Bear Hospital in Australia provides repair services for well-loved teddy bears in need of a little TLC.
21. Teddy bears are often made with a combination of materials, including mohair, cotton, and synthetic fabrics.
22. The Teddy Bear and Doll Hospital in Michigan, USA, has been providing repair services for teddy bears since 1986.
23. The record for the most teddy bears displayed in one place is 95,000, achieved in 2016 in South Korea.
24. The world's first teddy bear picnic took place in 1907 in Pennsylvania, USA.
25. Teddy bears have been featured in numerous movies, including "Ted," "Ted 2," and "The Country Bears."
26. The largest teddy bear collection belongs to Jackie Miley from the United States, who has over 8,026 teddy bears.
27. The teddy bear has its own museum in Naples, Florida, showcasing over 10,000 bears.
28. The "Teddy Bear Suite" in Boston's Fairmont Copley Plaza is a hotel room decorated entirely with teddy bears during the holiday season.
29. Teddy bears have been taken on world travels by adventurers, with photos documenting their journeys.
30. Teddy bears have been used in advertising campaigns for various products, from chocolates to automobiles.
31. The world's fastest time to dress a teddy bear is 16.47 seconds, achieved by Italian performer Silvio Sabba in 2018.
32. The term "teddy bear" is sometimes used colloquially to describe a kind and caring person.
33. The Teddy Bear Toast Stamp allows you to imprint a teddy bear on your morning toast.
34. The Teddy Bear Museum in Jeju, South Korea, features bears reenacting famous historical events and scenes.
35. The largest teddy bear mosaic, created in China in 2019, used 18,000 teddy bears to form an image of a panda.
36. Teddy bears have been used in scientific studies to explore attachment and comfort in children.
37. The world's first animated teddy bear character, Teddy Tail, appeared in a British newspaper in the 1920s.
38. Teddy bears have been featured on postage stamps in several countries, including the United States and Germany.
39. The Teddy Bear Embrace is an annual event in which people around the world share photos of themselves hugging teddy bears to spread love and positivity.
40. The Teddy Bear Museum in Korea features a section dedicated to teddy bears dressed in traditional costumes from around the world.
41. The term "teddy bear" is sometimes used as a nickname for a rookie in sports who is seen as gentle and inexperienced.
42. The Teddy Bear Trust in the UK raises funds for children's hospitals through teddy bear-related events.
43. The world's first teddy bear hospital for children opened in Sydney, Australia, in 1991.
44. Teddy bears have been used as mascots for various causes and organizations, symbolizing comfort and care.
45. The world's largest teddy bear picnic took place in Dublin, Ireland, in 2008, attracting over 25,000 participants.
46. Teddy bears have been depicted in art throughout history, from paintings to sculptures.
47. The Teddy Bear Museum in South Korea has a section dedicated to famous teddy bears, including those owned by celebrities.
48. Teddy bears have been featured in fashion shows, with designers creating outfits and accessories for the furry companions.
49. The Teddy Bear Ring Toss game is a popular carnival attraction, challenging players to toss rings onto teddy bear ears.
50. The Teddy Bear Garden in China is a theme park featuring giant teddy bear sculptures and installations.