David Raymond
David Raymond | |
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| Born | February 7, 1956 |
| Education | University of Delaware |
| Occupation | Mascot |
| Years active | 1978–1993 |
| Known for | Phillie Phanatic Mascot Hall of Fame |
| Website | daveraymondspeaks |
David Raymond (born 1955 or 1956 (age 69–70)) is an American sports personality best known as the original portrayer of the Phillie Phanatic. He is considered to have revolutionized the mascot industry and was the Phanatic from 1978 to 1993. Afterwards, he started a mascot business and founded the Mascot Hall of Fame.