Dale Messick
Author and illustrator of Brenda Starr
Born
April 11th, 1906
118 years ago
Died
2005
20 years ago — 99 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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An American author and illustrator, significant contributions included the creation of the comic strip Brenda Starr, which debuted in 1940. Messick's work featured a strong female character in the traditionally male-dominated comic industry. The strip garnered a large readership and was notable for its glamorous storytelling and vibrant artwork, continuing for several decades. Messick also became the first female cartoonist to have a comic strip in major syndication, paving the way for future female artists in the field.
Created the comic strip Brenda Starr
First female cartoonist to achieve major syndication
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