Wally Wood

Cartoonist

Birthday June 17, 1927

Birth Sign Gemini

Birthplace Minnesota

DEATH DATE Nov 2, 1981 (54)

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About

Comic book artist, illustrator and cartoonist best known for his work on the humor magazine, Mad.

Before Fame

He graduated from high school in the last years of World War II. After serving briefly with the armed forces, he moved to New York to pursue a career as an artist.

Trivia

He created magazine advertisements, album covers, posters, and even a "Mars Attacks" trading card series.

Family Life

He grew up in Menahga, Minnesota, and his parents supported his interest in drawing throughout his childhood.

Associated With

He worked with Frank Miller on cover art for Marvel's "Daredevil" comic series.