Irwin Hasen
American illustrator of comic books
Born
July 8th, 1918
107 years ago
Died
2015
10 years ago — 97 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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An illustrator and comic book artist, contributions spanned several decades. Collaborated on iconic characters and stories, including 'Dondi', a comic strip that gained popularity in the 1950s. Worked for major publishers such as DC Comics, contributing to series like 'Green Lantern' and 'Wonder Woman'. His artwork featured in various adaptations and publications, influencing the comic book industry during his career.
Created the comic strip 'Dondi'
Worked on 'Green Lantern' and 'Wonder Woman'
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