Analía García.
The creator behind this iconic character is Analía García. In 1988, El
Sapo Pepe was introduced on Carlitos Balá’s show, where it played the
role of a toad that gave gifts to children. García drew inspiration from
the toads in her garden, reimagining them to challenge the negative
stereotypes often associated with these creatures in children's stories.
Her goal was to present a friendly, approachable toad that children
could love. The accompanying song, with its playful rhythm and cheerful
vibe, became an instant hit.