Who Is Mr. Weatherbee? Origin, Powers and Key Facts

Mr. Weatherbee is a Archie Comics comic book character, the alter ego of Waldo Weatherbee, with over 2,676 comic issue appearances. Principal of Riverdale High School.

Who is Mr. Weatherbee?

Waldo Weatherbee is the Principal of Riverdale High School, nicknamed "the Bee" by his students. (Either his first name or his middle name is William, revealed to be the only student of his graduating high school class with William as part of his name.) He is reportedly "pompous and short-tempered" though generally respected by school faculty and students alike. Waldo suffers the consequences of various mishaps caused by his students, particularly Archie Andrews , Jughead Jones and Reggie Mantle . His ire is often justly aimed at the trio but seldom offers any punishment other than detention. The Bee is in his early 60s and approaches retirement age, a fact pointed out by several stories over the years. The students do not enjoy the prospect because they appreciate his constant efforts for the welfare of the school and the various people affiliated with it. Storylines focusing on him depict his efforts to get a higher budget approved for his school. His past has been depicted in some detail.

Key facts

Mr. Weatherbee is of human origin. The character is published by Archie Comics. With 2,676 recorded issue appearances, Mr. Weatherbee ranks among the most featured characters in comics.