Jerry Iger

Cartoonist, co-founder of Eisner & Iger

Jerry Iger - Cartoonist, co-founder of Eisner & Iger
Born

August 22nd, 1903
122 years ago

Died

September 5th, 1990
35 years ago — 87 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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Established a successful studio that produced comic strips and graphic novels. Collaborated with Will Eisner to create notable works in the comic industry. Pioneered various comic styles and formats during the early years of the medium. Contributed to the growth of the American comic book industry in the 20th century through innovative publishing strategies.

Co-founded Eisner & Iger, a key comic studio

Produced notable comics such as 'The Spirit'

Influenced early comic book publishing

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