John Romita Sr., one of the key artists in Marvel Comics’ history who co-created characters such as Wolverine, the Punisher and Mary Jane Watson, died on Tuesday. He was 93. Romita Sr.’s death was confirmed by his son, fellow comics artist John Romita Jr., in a post on Twitter Tuesday evening. “I say this withContinue reading “Comic Book Legend John Romita Sr. Dies At 93”
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Trailblazing ‘Mad’ Magazine Cartoonist, Al Jaffee,Dies At 102
Al Jaffee, the trailblazing and culture-bending cartoonist for Mad magazine, has died. He was 102. Jaffee, who celebrated his birthday March 13, died Monday in a Manhattan hospital of multisystem organ failure. Jaffee was known for a number of Mad’s trademark features, including Snappy Answers to Stupid Questions and the “fold-in,” the drawing thatContinue reading “Trailblazing ‘Mad’ Magazine Cartoonist, Al Jaffee,Dies At 102”
Peter Straub, Literary Master of The Supernatural, Dies At 79
Peter Straub, whose literary novels of terror, mystery and the supernatural placed him in the top ranks of the horror-fiction boom of the 1970s and ’80s, alongside writers like Ira Levin, Anne Rice and his close friend and collaborator Stephen King, died on Sunday in Manhattan. He was 79. His death, at Columbia University IrvingContinue reading “Peter Straub, Literary Master of The Supernatural, Dies At 79”
Iconic Batman Artist Tim Sale Passes Away at 66
We’ve learned the sad news this afternoon that Eisner Award-winning comics artist Tim Sale, who co-created Batman: The Long Halloween, has passed away this week at the age of 66. Tim Sale “It’s with a heavy sadness that I must announce that Tim Sale passed away today,” a tweet sent this afternoon from Tim Sale’sContinue reading “Iconic Batman Artist Tim Sale Passes Away at 66”
George Pérez, Legendary ‘Wonder Woman’ & ‘Teen Titans’ Comic Book Artist, Dies At 67
George Pérez, a legend of DC Comics frequently considered one of the best comic book artists of all time, died Friday from pancreatic cancer. He was 67. Last December, Pérez announced that he was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. The news of his death was shared by his close friend, Constance Eza, who posted a statementContinue reading “George Pérez, Legendary ‘Wonder Woman’ & ‘Teen Titans’ Comic Book Artist, Dies At 67”
Neal Adams, Comic Book Artist Who Revitalized Batman Dies At 80
Neal Adams, the legendary comic book artist who reinvigorated Batman and other superheroes with his photorealistic stylings and championed the rights of creators, has died. He was 80. Adams died Thursday in New York of complications from sepsis. Adams jolted the world of comic books in the late 1960s and early ’70s with his tonedContinue reading “Neal Adams, Comic Book Artist Who Revitalized Batman Dies At 80”
Stan Lee Honored With New Plaque At Avengers Campus In Disney California Adventure Park
The next time you visit Avengers Campus at Disney California Adventure Park, take a peek at a brand new plaque located inside the land honoring the legacy of the late Stan Lee. Visitors will find a new dedication to one of the most prolific and legendary comic creators of all time, honoring his legacy thatContinue reading “Stan Lee Honored With New Plaque At Avengers Campus In Disney California Adventure Park”
ABC To Air Black Panther & Chadwick Boseman Tribute Special Tonight
Tonight on ABC, a special tribute to Chadwick Boseman. Marvel Studios, ABC Entertainment and ABC News will present the broadcast premiere of the film “Black Panther” followed by an ABC News special on Boseman’s life and career. Boseman, who played Black icons Jackie Robinson and James Brown before finding fame as the regal Black PantherContinue reading “ABC To Air Black Panther & Chadwick Boseman Tribute Special Tonight”
DC Universe Celebrates The Legacy of Denny O’Neil
Our hearts at THE FIRE WIRE are heavy today, as we’ve learned that comic book storyteller supreme Denny O’Neil passed away from natural causes. The DC Universe would not be the place it is today without his many contributions. In honor of O’Neil’s life, HERE is a brief look at some of the legendary workContinue reading “DC Universe Celebrates The Legacy of Denny O’Neil”
Stan Lee, Superhero of Marvel Comics, Dies At 95
Stan Lee, who as chief writer and editor of Marvel Comics helped create some of the most enduring superheroes of the 20th century and was a major force behind the breakout successes of the comic-book industry in the 1960s and early ’70s, died on Monday in Los Angeles. He was 95. His death, at Cedars-SinaiContinue reading “Stan Lee, Superhero of Marvel Comics, Dies At 95”