Comic Legend Keith Giffen, Co-Creator Of Lobo & Rocket Raccoon, Dies At 70 – Beragampengetahuan

Keith Giffen’s Facebook page announced his death in a fitting comedic fashion. The late writer and artist’s last message, written just before his passing, reads, “I told them I was sick … Anything not to go to New York Comic Con. Thanx. Keith Giffen 1952-2023.” Longtime collaborator and former DC president Paul Levitz, who worked for years with Giffen on “Legion of Super-Heroes,”  remembered his friend with a statement on his Facebook page. “The sad news is now official: Keith Giffen has gone off to create new worlds that are beyond our living reach,” Levitz writes. “Keith was probably the most fertile creative mind of our generation in comics. He had an infinite number of ideas, pouring constantly out.”

“Justice League International” co-creator J.M DeMatteis shared on X (formerly Twitter), “Keith was one of the most brilliantly creative humans I’ve ever known. A curmudgeon with a heart of gold. A generous collaborator. An old, dear friend. And, as my wife observed, “He was like a character out of a Keith Giffen story.” Safe travels, Keith. You will be missed.”

Giffen’s lasting impact and influence in the comic community is immeasurable. His passing is being collectively mourned by the comic community, with Colleen Doran, Jim Lee, Gail Simone, Kevin Maguire, Jimmy Palmiotti, and Dan Jurgens among the many creators sharing kind words about his impact and life.

Giffen leaves behind an incredible legacy. Our thoughts are with his family, loved ones, and fans.