Sandy Cheeks is a fictional character from the American animated television series SpongeBob SquarePants , created by Stephen Hillenburg. She is an intelligent anthropomorphic flying squirrel from Texas who lives underwater in Bikini Bottom inside an air-filled treedome, wearing an astronaut-like diving suit to breathe
. Sandy is portrayed as a multi-talented scientist, inventor, explorer, karate master, bodybuilder, mechanic, and rodeo champion. She originally came to Bikini Bottom to study sea creatures and their lifestyles. Her character is known for her adventurous spirit, athleticism, and loyalty as a friend
. She was first introduced in the episode "Tea at the Treedome," which aired on May 1, 1999, and is voiced by Carolyn Lawrence, who has brought the character to life for over 25 years
. Sandy has appeared in various SpongeBob media, including the series' films and merchandise. Notably, she stars in the 2024 Netflix film Saving Bikini Bottom: The Sandy Cheeks Movie , which explores her backstory, family, and dreams
. In summary, Sandy Cheeks is a beloved, adventurous, and highly skilled squirrel character who adds scientific knowledge, physical prowess, and Texas charm to the underwater world of SpongeBob SquarePants
