Who Is Ms. Grundy? Origin, Powers and Key Facts
Ms. Grundy (Archie Comics): The most frequently seen Riverdale High School teacher in the series: at various times, she has been depicted teaching classes in Math, English, Theat
Ms. Grundy is a Archie Comics comic book character, the alter ego of Geraldine Grundy, with over 2,126 comic issue appearances. The most frequently seen Riverdale High School teacher in the series: at various times, she has been depicted teaching classes in Math, English, Theatre, and History.
Who is Ms. Grundy?
Geraldine Grundy has been depicted as a Math teacher, English teacher, History teacher, and Drama teacher at Riverdale High School. Her last name is a pun on the theatrical character "Mrs. Grundy" introduced in "Speed the Plough" (1798) by Thomas Morton (1764-1838). Mrs. Grundy in the play was the personification of the tyranny of conventional propriety. By the 19th century the term "Mrs. Grundy" had become synonymous to the term "prude". Miss Grundy was thus introduced as prudish old spinster, keeping a watchful eye on her students.
Key facts
Ms. Grundy is of human origin. The character is published by Archie Comics. With 2,126 recorded issue appearances, Ms. Grundy ranks among the most featured characters in comics.
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Who is Ms. Grundy?
The most frequently seen Riverdale High School teacher in the series: at various times, she has been depicted teaching classes in Math, English, Theatre, and History.
What is Ms. Grundy's real name?
Ms. Grundy's real identity is Geraldine Grundy.
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