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George Perez dead at 67: DC Comics artist who drew New Teen Titans, Wonder Woman and Superman passes away

By Iman Palm

7th May 2022, 7:10 pm

Updated: 7th May 2022, 7:21 pm

DC Comics artist George Pérez, who drew hit characters including Superman and Wonder Woman, has died at the age of 67, the publisher has announced.

Fans of DC Comics all around the world are mourning the passing of the artist.

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: Comic book writer and illustrator George Perez attends the Seventh Annual Amazing Las Vegas Comic Con at the Las Vegas Convention Center

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Comic book writer and illustrator George Perez attend the Amazing Las Vegas Comic Con at the South Point Hotel & Casino.

“His art was the perfect storytelling canvas for some of the most important events in DC history. While he will be sorely missed, his work will live on with a countless number of fans, as well as all the talent he’s influenced over the years,” Chief Creative Officer Jim Lee said in a statement.

Pérez was also a key part in the relaunch of Wonder Woman in 1987, according to the

The relaunch of Wonder Woman brought the character closer to her Greek roots. He also designed the the look of villain Lex Luthor’s iconic battle suit in Action Comics for the Man of Steel.

During his time at DC Comics, Pérez also worked with writer Marv Wolfman on the New Teen Titians.

Recently, he was working on a DC and Marvel crossover.

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