Who had the idea of creating minions?

The idea of creating Minions originated with Pierre Coffin and Chris Renaud, the directors of the "Despicable Me" franchise. They envisioned these small, yellow, and whimsical creatures to serve as comedic sidekicks to the main character, Gru. The Minions quickly became a cultural phenomenon, beloved for their humorous antics and unique language. Their design and personality contributed significantly to the franchise's success.