The Pink Panther is a fictional character created by animator Friz Freleng and writer Blake Edwards. First introduced in the 1963 film of the same name, the character is a clever and mischievous pink-colored panther. The original movie featured a bumbling detective named Inspector Clouseau, who often found himself in humorous situations while trying to catch a jewel thief. The character became popular enough to star in a series of animated shorts, where he is known for his silent, slapstick antics. The Pink Panther theme music, composed by Henry Mancini, is iconic and has contributed to the character's enduring popularity in both film and television.