The legendary artist for DC and Marvel Comics, the beloved George Pérez, has passed away at the age of 67 after a long battle with pancreatic cancer. Pérez, revered throughout the comics community, is survived by his wife of many years Carol, and his legacy will live on for years to come.
One of most critically acclaimed comic artists of the last 50 years, George Pérez gained prominence in the 1980s due to his incredibly detailed rendering of characters as well as his remarkable ability to create cohesive and beautiful group shots.
— Constance 🐿 May 7, 2022 George Pérez was not just beloved by fans but also recognized as a tremendous talent by all of his peers, with the artist winning multiple Eagle Awards, Inkpot Awards, Jack Kirby Awards, and Comics Buyer's Guide Fan Awards, before being inducted into The Will Eisner Award Hall of Fame in 2017.
In Constance's message on Pérez's passing, she notes that today, May 7th, is Free Comic Book Day, a day that George apparently loved, and implored fans of Pérez's work to try their best to enjoy the day in honor of him and his legacy. She also noted that George Perez's memorial service will take place at MegaCon in Orlando, Florida on May 22nd, and will be open to all those who loved Perez and his legendary impact to the world of comics.
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