Berkeley Breathed
Author of 'Bloom County' comic strip
Gained recognition as an author and illustrator through the creation of the comic strip series 'Bloom County'. The strip addressed social and political issues with humor and satire, becoming popular in the 1980s. Later works included 'Outland' and 'Opus', which continued the themes of wit and commentary. Transitioned to children's literature with books such as 'Bill the Cat's – The Bill the Cat Coloring Book'. The craftsmanship in both comic and children's literature earned multiple accolades.
Created the comic strip 'Bloom County'
Won the Pulitzer Prize for editorial cartooning in 1987
Published children's books including 'Bill the Cat's – The Bill the Cat Coloring Book'
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Born
June 21st, 1226 800 years ago
Died
1279 747 years ago — 53 years old
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June 21st, 1986 40 years ago
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Born
June 21st, 1535 491 years ago
Died
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Norwegian historian of religion
Born
June 21st, 1867 159 years ago
Died
1953 73 years ago — 86 years old
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Born
June 21st, 1990 36 years ago
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United States Secretary of the Treasury
Born
June 21st, 1759 267 years ago
Died
January 16th, 1817 209 years ago — 57 years old
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