Pépé le Pew is a fictional character from the Looney Tunes and Merrie Melodies series created by Chuck Jones. He is depicted as a French skunk known for his romantic pursuits and distinctive accent. Pépé is often portrayed as overly confident and persistent in his attempts to woo a female cat, whom he mistakenly believes is a skunk. The character first appeared in the 1945 cartoon "Odor-able Kitty." Pépé le Pew became popular for his humorous antics and the recurring theme of unrequited love. His charm and comedic misadventures have made him a memorable figure in animation history.