Original title: Create Batman, Avengers and other classic characters!American cartoonist Adams dies at 80
Well-known American comics artist Neil Adams passed away in New York on April 28 at the age of 80. During his lifetime, he created characters from Batman, Superman, Avengers and X-Men series, which had an important influence on the comics industry.
CNN reports that Adams worked with DC and Marvel Comics in the 1960s and 1970s to create Batman, Superman, Avengers and X-Men characters, and was one of the creative sources behind the Green Lantern/Arrows series in the early 1970s , this work addresses social issues such as drug use and racism.
Adams’ son Josh confirmed in a Facebook post that his father had passed away in the early hours of April 28. “His career has been defined by an unparalleled artistic talent and unwavering personality, which has driven him to continue to serve his peers and those in need. People struggle. He will be one of the most influential creators the comics industry has ever seen, and a champion of society and the rights of creators.”
Adams was born on June 5, 1941. He received art training at the Industrial Art School in New York City. He entered DC in 1967, painted the cover for War Comics, and a year later began to draw Batman, which became a major breakthrough in his professional career.
DC Comics issued a statement praising Adams as “one of the most widely acclaimed artists who have contributed to the comics industry.” DC Chief Creative Officer Jim Lee praised Adams’ work on The Dark Knight, “Adams is an amazing cartoonist who changed the comics. I love his interpretation of Batman, flexible, clever and dynamic. His The work has always encouraged me, and it’s a huge loss for the entire industry.”Return to Sohu, see more
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