Today: Scooby Doo's real name, the FBI's letter to MLK, and another miscaptioned historical photo

Is Scooby Doo’s First Name Actually ‘Scoobert’?

For years, social media users have attempted to call attention to an alleged misconception involving the popular, fictional, mystery-solving Great Dane named Scooby Doo.

According to posts on platforms such as Reddit, Twitter, and various fan forums, the character’s real name is “Scoobert Doo” and the widely known moniker that’s featured in the title of various television programs is actually a nickname.

Jessica Lee reports.

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