George Pérez, Iconic Comic Book Artist Passes Away

George Pérez legacy will live on in DC & Marvel Comics.

Iconic Comic Book artist George Pérez as sadly passed away at age 67 on May 6th 2022. George passed away peacefully at home with his wife and family by his side. Last year on November 27th, Pérez announced that he had Stage 3 Pancreatic Cancer that was surgically inoperable. He was given an estimated life expectancy between 6 months to a year. George Perez was best known for his work on DC’s Crisis on Infinite Earths, Teen Titans, and Wonder Woman as well as Marvel’s The Avengers and The Infinity Gauntlet.

JLA/Avengers which first debut in 2003 will have a special limited run reprint of 7000 issues this spring by the Hero Initiative in order to honor Pérez. The Hero Initiative is an organization that helps struggling comic creators in need.

His wife announced his passing on Facebook.

Twitter Reactions

George Pérez was an artist, a writer, a role model, and a friend. His work paved seminal stories across comics, and his legacy of kindness and generosity will never be forgotten. Our family at Marvel mourns his loss today, and our hearts are with his family and loved ones. pic.twitter.com/Z61gXE1zk4
— Marvel Entertainment (@Marvel) May 7, 2022

George Perez never went half way, in art or life. He pushed the limit of what a comic could do: his style was somehow, impossibly both overwhelmingly powerful and subtly graceful. He matched his passion for his trade with his passion for his fans and friends. RIP breaks my heart. pic.twitter.com/TPp78JC38d
— Tom King (@TomKingTK) May 7, 2022

He was a true visionary who took Wonder Woman to new heights…

RIP George Pérez. We will miss you. pic.twitter.com/u3CfzzXZ0i
— Lynda Carter (@RealLyndaCarter) May 7, 2022

Remember George Perez the way he'd want to be remembered: as someone with endless love for the characters he created and drew, and who never hesitated to share that love with the fans

His work on Teen Titans and others has inspired so many. Comics fandom won't be the same now. pic.twitter.com/JkZmrgihOL
— Teen titans screens (@titansscreens) May 7, 2022

We lost another of the absolute greats this weekend with the passing of the legendary artist, writer and creator George Pérez. His career is truly a testament to what one can achieve in life when singularly focused on what one loves to do.

And George loved comics. (1/8) pic.twitter.com/7mOWYMg9bm
— Jim Lee (@JimLee) May 7, 2022

George Pérez made everything look effortless. His contributions were pivotal in both driving and reinventing DC’s long and rich history. George’s stories were a joy to read, and his work resonated with everyone he met. He will be missed by those here at DC and fans worldwide. pic.twitter.com/g8lMC62tK5
— DC (@DCComics) May 7, 2022

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