Steve Backshall

2013

Movies and TV\Celebrities

Deep Sea Diver Steve is a fictional character primarily known for his appearances in the animated television series, SpongeBob SquarePants. He's a recurring background character, a deep-sea diver who often encounters SpongeBob and Patrick during their underwater adventures.

Steve's defining characteristic is his profession. He's always seen in a full deep-sea diving suit, complete with a large helmet and air hose. This distinguishes him from the typical citizens of Bikini Bottom and emphasizes his connection to the human world, subtly reminding viewers that SpongeBob's world exists beneath the sea.

While he doesn't have a significant role in any major plotlines, Deep Sea Diver Steve serves as a visual gag and a minor element of world-building. His appearances are usually brief and comedic, highlighting the absurdity of the underwater setting and the occasional interaction between the marine inhabitants and the human world above. He is an important and fun background character.