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Peter Griffin

By Nancy Basile, About.com

Family Guy

The Griffin family together.

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Full Name:

Peter Gilligan Griffin

Occupation:

Toy maker at Happy-Go-Lucky Toys. His boss is Mr. Weed. Temporarily became president of the company when a tobacco conglomerate bought the toy company. Peter was also briefly a fisherman and a jouster when Mr. Weed died and Happy-Go-Lucky Toys closed. He was also dictator of Peteroria for a short time.

Favorite Hangout:

The Drunken Clam, usually with Quagmire and Cleveland.

Near Death Experience:

Peter was struck by lightning and visited by death when he chose to play golf on his wedding anniversary. He also faked his death when, after discovering a lump in his breast, he felt his hospital bill was too high.

Other Health Issues:

Peter underwent plastic surgery, including liposuction. He reverted to form after falling into a vat of lard.

Heritage:

Peter discovered he had a black ancestor when he attempted to teach Chris about his roots.

Favorite Beer:

Pawtucket Patriot. Peter even won a trip to the brewery, but was kicked out after tasting some of their experimental beer.

Favorite Band:

KISS. Peter usually dresses as Gene Simmons at concerts.

Voiced By:

Seth MacFarlane

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