Mike Mignola

Comic book author and illustrator of Hellboy

Mike Mignola - Comic book author and illustrator of Hellboy
Born

September 16th, 1960
64 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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An author and illustrator created the comic book series Hellboy, featuring a demon raised by humans to fight supernatural threats. Developed a unique visual style, combining elements of folklore, horror, and adventure. Worked on various other comic projects and collaborated with filmmakers for adaptations, including the Hellboy films directed by Guillermo del Toro. Contributed to Dark Horse Comics, where many works were published.

Created the Hellboy comic book series

Illustrated B.P.R.D. spin-offs

Worked on the Hellboy films

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