Artist
Jack Kirby
Jack Kirby (1917 to 1994), born Jacob Kurtzberg, was an American comic book artist and writer known as "The King of Comics." His dynamic art style and explosive visual storytelling set new standards during the Golden and Silver Ages.
With Stan Lee and other collaborators, Kirby co-created the Fantastic Four, Thor, Captain America, the X-Men, the Hulk, Galactus, and the Silver Surfer at Marvel. After leaving Marvel, he moved to DC Comics where he created the Fourth World saga, introducing Darkseid and the New Gods.
Kirby's visual innovations and character designs continue to influence comics and popular culture.
Name
Jack Kirby
Role
Artist
Issues
7,976
Series
1,196
Titles
7
Awards
Harvey Award,
Comic-Con Icon Award (2017),
Bill Finger Award - (Deceased Creator) (2017),
Disney Legends (2017),
Science Fiction and Fantasy Hall of Fame (2016),
ComicsPRO Industry Memorial Award (2011),
National Book Awards (UK) - Incognito Award for Best Artist Ever (2002),
Eisner Awards (1995),
Bob Clampett Humanitarian Award (1993),
UK Comic Art Award - Career Achievement Award (1990),
Kirby Award - Hall of Fame (1987),
Eisner Awards (1987),
Eagle Awards - Roll of Honour (1979),
Shazam Award - Hall of Fame (1974),
Inkpot Award (1974),
Shazam Award - Special Achievement by an Individual (1971),
Alley Awards - Best Pencil Artist (1967)
Also Known As
Jack Curtiss, Curt Davis, Lance Kirby, Ted Grey, Charles Nicholas, Fred Sande, Teddy, The King of Comics, Jacob Kurtzberg, Jack Kurtzberg
Gender
Male
Birth Date
August 28, 1917
Death Date
February 6, 1994
Birth Place
New York City
Country
United States
Links
Lists
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The Most Influential Comic Book Artists Ever
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The artists who defined how comics look. Each invented a visual language, through anatomy, perspective, page layout, or light, that generations copied.
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