Team: Chicago Bulls
Debut Year: 1969
Signature Move: Acrobatics, dunking, dancing, all-around crowd-pleasing
Benny the Bull Trivia
- Benny the Bull holds the distinction of being the very first NBA mascot.
- He was named after Ben Bentley, the first announcer and publicist for the Chicago Bulls.
- Benny has several family members, all mascots, including Mini Benny, Big Ben, Benson, Gus T. Bull, Mama Betty, and the Inflatabulls.
- A fan favorite mascot, Benny is the recipient of several awards. He is a 12-time NBA All-Star Mascot, NBA Mascot of the Year 2015, and Shorty Awards 2020 – Best in Dance.
- In 2017, Benny was inducted into the Mascot Hall of Fame.
- On and off the court, Benny is proud to be a good role model to kids of all ages. He is a member of the Chicago Bulls’ All-Star Reading Team.
- Benny likes to dress up for holidays. Over the decades, fans can spot him decked out in a Santa suit and donning green for St. Patrick’s Day. He also wears a suit for red carpet occasions.
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