Why Isn't Scooby-Doo In HBO Max's Velma?

HBO Max's Scooby-Doo spinoff, Velma, will see most of the Mystery Inc. crew return, but here's why main character Scooby-Doo won't appear.
HBO Max's Scooby-Doo spinoff, Velma, will see most of the Mystery Inc. crew return, but here's why main character Scooby-Doo won't appear.

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