Bil Keane

Cartoonist and creator of The Family Circus

Bil Keane - Cartoonist and creator of The Family Circus
Born

October 5th, 1922
102 years ago

Died

November 8th, 2011
13 years ago — 89 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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A prominent cartoonist, celebrated for the creation of the comic strip The Family Circus. This comic strip, characterized by its humor and family-oriented themes, first appeared in newspapers in 1960. Keane's distinctive art style and storytelling reflected the experiences of family life and childhood. The Family Circus became a staple in American households, appearing in over 1,500 newspapers at its peak. Keane contributed to the comic strip until his retirement in 2001, leaving a legacy that has influenced generations of cartoonists.

Created The Family Circus comic strip

Contributed cartoons to various publications

Authored several books featuring his comic strip

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