Harold Bell
Marketer
About Harold Bell
Lived 1919 – 2009 (aged 90). Harold Bell was an American advertising person.
Harold Bell (October 5, 1919 – December 4, 2009) was an American marketer and merchandising executive who co-created Woodsy Owl, the mascot of the United States Forest Service. Bell created Woodsy Owl with two U.S. park rangers, Chuck Williams and Glenn Kovar, and another colleague, Betty Hite, for the first Earth Day in 1970. Woodsy Owl is best known for the motto, "Give a hoot, don’t pollute!".
Biography
Early life Harold Bell was born on October 5, 1919, in Union City, New Jersey.
Bell was hired as a technical advisor for the long-running, popular television show, Lassie.
The United States Forest Service had requested that Bell and the others develop a new message and symbol for the agency.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Harold Bell?
Marketer (1919-2009)
When was Harold Bell born?
Harold Bell was born on 5 October 1919 in Union City.
When did Harold Bell die?
Harold Bell died on 4 December 2009.
What was Harold Bell's occupation?
Harold Bell was an advertising person.
What nationality was Harold Bell?
Harold Bell was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Harold Bell. https://biography.guide/harold-bell-advertising-person/
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