Charlie McCarthy Dummy Charm VINTAGE MovesVintage Charlie McCarthy Dummy Charm A rare, articulated Charlie McCarthy ventriloquist dummy charm. Made during the 1930s 1940s, this early, characterful charm has moving arms and retains much of its original enamel. See all photos for condition and details. Charlie McCarthy was a popular ventriloquist dummy created and performed by Edgar Bergen. Debuting in the 1930s, the monocle wearing, top hatted character became famous through radio shows,