In 2012, he spoke with CNN regarding stylish graphic novels about Parker, a single-named anti-hero of the 1960s. It is the highest honor anyone in the comic book industry can receive.Ĭooke wasn’t content with success only in the superhero genre. Those beautiful clean lines, effortless stylishness & exuberance leapt off the page! Will miss #DarwynCooke.Always - Mark Hamill May 14, 2016Ĭooke won more than a half dozen Eisner Awards, which are held annually during San Diego Comic-Con. He was a fan favorite after his work on the 1960s-based miniseries “DC: The New Frontier.”Īctor Mark Hamill of “Star Wars” remembered Cooke for his exuberance and “effortless stylishness.” The award-winning artist was known for his retro style. “His take on the most iconic heroes in the world were breathtakingly direct and elegant, powerful and cool,” DC Comics said on its website. In remembrance of Darwyn Cooke #ripDarwynCooke /mXndjuttg5- DC May 14, 2016 “We read all of your messages of support to him throughout the day yesterday,” she wrote in a website post.Ĭooke had a hand in drawing Catwoman, Batman, Green Lantern, Minutemen and a myriad of other characters emblazoned on the pages of comic books or on the screen. The Canadian-born artist died at his home in Florida following a battle with cancer. Darwyn Cooke, celebrated artist, graphic designer, writer and animator, died Saturday at 53, his wife, Marsha, said. His talents were as versatile as the classic comic book characters he brought to life.
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