The Snow Miser is a character from the Rankin/Bass stop-motion animated Christmas special titled "The Year Without a Santa Claus," which first aired in 1974. The special is based on a book of the same name by Phyllis McGinley.
The Snow Miser is one of two feuding brothers, the other being the Heat Miser. These characters are elemental beings who control the weather. The Snow Miser is responsible for creating cold and wintry conditions, while the Heat Miser controls heat and warmth. In the special, they are depicted as bickering siblings who have control over different regions of the world's weather.
The Snow Miser is known for his distinctive appearance, with his icy blue skin and white hair, as well as his catchy song "I'm Mr. White Christmas." He's portrayed as a character who loves cold weather and dislikes heat, which is in direct contrast to his brother, the Heat Miser.
"The Year Without a Santa Claus" is a beloved holiday classic, and the Snow Miser's song is one of the memorable highlights of the special. The story revolves around Santa Claus feeling unappreciated and deciding to take a break from Christmas, and it's up to other characters, including the Snow Miser and Heat Miser, to try and save Christmas.
The Snow Miser character has remained popular over the years and is often referenced in popular culture during the Christmas season.