Lucy Van Pelt is a main character in the Peanuts comic strip, created by Charles M. Schulz. Known for her bossy, opinionated, and often antagonistic demeanor, Lucy is the older sister of Linus and Rerun Van Pelt. She frequently dispenses psychiatric advice for five cents and has a long-standing, unrequited crush on Schroeder. Lucy is infamous for pulling away the football just as Charlie Brown attempts to kick it, a recurring gag in the series. Her complex personality adds depth and humor to the Peanuts universe, making her an iconic character.