What Happened This Year 1961

Born in 1961

Kazuki Takahashi

Manga artist, creator of Yu-Gi-Oh!
Born
1961 64 years ago
Died
July 4th, 2022 3 years ago — 61 years old

A Japanese manga artist created the highly successful series Yu-Gi-Oh!, which debuted in 1996. The series follows a young boy who competes in a card game that requires strategy and skill. The manga's popularity led to an extensive franchise that includes anime adaptations, trading card games, video games, and merchandise. Yu-Gi-Oh! became a significant cultural phenomenon, particularly among young audiences, and established a lasting legacy in both manga and gaming industries. In addition to Yu-Gi-Oh!, created other works such as Art of Fighting and Deadman Wonderland. Takahashi passed away in July 2022.

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