The Grinch first appeared not in a children’s book but in the women’s magazine Redbook in May 1955, in a short illustrated poem titled “The Hoobub and the Grinch.” Written by Dr. Seuss, whose real name was Theodor Geisel,

There are three versions of the Christmas classic "The Grinch." Here's how to watch all three on streaming, TV and how to watch "The Grinch" for free.

As many Grinchy items as I see available in stores this season, you’d think advertisers were promoting a new book or a new Christmas movie, but the Grinch has been

There's no better way to get into the Christmas spirit than watching everyone's favorite cranky character descend upon Whoville. Here's how to watch.

Taylor Momsen stars as Cindy Lou Who, the kindhearted little girl who inspires the Grinch's change of heart toward Christmas. After delivering a darling performance in How the Grinch Stole Christmas, Momsen went on to star as Jenny Humphrey in the drama series Gossip Girl, also appearing in film hits like Spy Kids 2 and Hansel & Gretel.

Ron, 71, opened up about the movie in Vulture ’s sprawling oral history of the film, published Dec. 12. The movie, released Nov. 17, 2000, starred Jim Carrey as the Grinch (with the help of legendarily difficult makeup). Taylor Momsen played Cindy Lou Who.

The late author's wife originally envisioned a classic Hollywood leading man for the lead role in the 2000 adaptation.