Tony Isabella
Comic book writer and editor, Black Lightning
Born
December 22nd, 1951
73 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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A comic book writer, editor, actor, artist, and critic, contributions included creating the character Black Lightning, a groundbreaking superhero appearing in DC Comics. Authored numerous comic book series throughout the career, and worked on titles such as 'Justice League of America', 'Ghost Rider', and 'Luke Cage'. Also served as a writer and editor for major publishing companies, influencing the comic book industry with innovative storytelling and character development.
Created Black Lightning in 1977
Wrote for 'Justice League of America'
Worked on 'Ghost Rider' and 'Luke Cage'
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