The character has received positive reactions from critics and fans alike however, he has been involved in several public controversies, including one centered around speculation over his relationship with SpongeBob. He is unemployed, but on some occasions working at the Krusty Krab, a local fast food restaurant, in a variety of positions. His most significant character trait is his lack of common sense, which sometimes makes him a negative influence on his best friend, SpongeBob SquarePants. Patrick was created and designed by marine biologist and animator Stephen Hillenburg.ĭepicted as an overweight, dimwitted pink starfish, Patrick lives under a rock in the underwater city of Bikini Bottom next door to Squidward Tentacles' moai. He is voiced by actor Bill Fagerbakke, and first appeared on television in the series' pilot episode ' Help Wanted' on May 1, 1999.
Patrick Star is a fictional character in the American animated television series SpongeBob SquarePants.
