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Jack Kirby. Jack Kirby[1] (born Jacob Kurtzberg; August 28, 1917 – February 6, 1994) was an American comic book artist, widely regarded as one of the medium's major innovators and one of its most prolific and influential creators.
Oct 25, 2024 · Jack Kirby (1917–94) was one of the most prolific and influential creators in the history of comics. He helped create hundreds of original characters, including Captain America, the Incredible Hulk, and the Fantastic Four.
I will always believe jack Kirby was the genius behind the designs, concepts, and character creations of early marvel books. Stan lee may have came up with names, ( like Lennon adding yeah, yeah, yeah, to share credit.). Jack Kirby created new characters, reinvented stale ones and developed a whole universe after leaving marvel.
With Matt Birris joining our board of directors, the Jack Kirby Museum and Research Center looks forward to leveraging his expertise and passion to advance our goal of preserving and promoting the enduring legacy of Jack Kirby in the world of comic books and popular culture.
Aug 28, 2017 · Born and raised on the Lower East Side, Jack Kirby (born Jacob Kurtzberg) created or co-created some of the most enduring characters and stories in comics (Captain America, Avengers, Hulk, X-Men, Fantastic Four, Silver Surfer, Darkseid, among hundreds of others).
Aug 28, 2023 · A pivotal pioneer behind the House of Ideas, here’s a few of his greatest contributions! Celebrate the birthday of Jack “The King” Kirby with some of our favorite pages and panels from the powerhouse creator.
Nov 4, 2024 · The restoration of the grave has the backing of Jack Kirby's great-niece, Rachel Kirby, 52, and approval from St Peter's Church. Despite never getting to meet him, Rachel said she idolised her ...
Aug 28, 2021 · Jack Kirby's legacy lives on in every comic mag, every month at Marvel. To celebrate the 104th anniversary of Kirby's birth, Marvel.com is taking a look back at three times he illustrated an issue #104 within the Marvel Universe, each of which stand as unique time capsules for his work at that moment. Onward!
Aug 27, 2021 · Celebrating the birthday of Jack "The King" Kirby! The co-creator of legendary hits like the Fantastic Four, Hulk, Thor, and the X-Men, Kirby’s decades-long career built a legacy that stands tall today.
Jack "The King" Kirby was an influential comic book writer and artist, particularly famous for creating or co-creating some of the most famous characters for both DC Comics and Marvel Comics. In 1917, Kirby was born under the name "Jacob Kurtzberg" on the Lower East Side of Manhattan in New York City.
