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YouTube's Rising Cartoon Star

When jazz musician Allen Mezquida realized he needed to redefine his talents in a digital age, he turned to art and drew Smigly, YouTube’s lovable animated star. James Gavin interviews the creator.

James Gavin
James Gavin
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James Gavin

James Gavin

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