Bob Montana

Illustrator of Archie Comics

Bob Montana - Illustrator of Archie Comics
Born

October 23rd, 1920
104 years ago

Died

1975
50 years ago — 55 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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An American illustrator specialized in comic art. Significant contributions made to the creation of the Archie Comics series. Worked extensively on the characters and storylines that defined the franchise during the 1940s and 1950s. Recognized for developing the visual style that became iconic in teenage comic book culture. Also contributed to comic strips and worked for various publications throughout his career.

Co-created characters like Archie Andrews

Illustrated the Archie Comics series

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