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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“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 DC Comics website.
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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