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Joe Kubert RIP (1926-2012)

Sad news.

I hate doing these sort of write ups. Comics legend, Joe Kubert, dead at 85.

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He was an amazing man. He's contributed so much to the industry, including opening up the Kubert School in New Jersey in 1976. Take a look at all the issues he worked on here. He will be missed. We would like to share our condolences to the Kubert family and friends.

Update

Statement from DC Entertainment.

We are saddened to learn of the death of our colleague and friend Joe Kubert. An absolute legend in the industry, his legacy will live on through his remarkable talent, with his sons and with the many artists who have passed through the storied halls of his celebrated school. An important member of the DC Comics family, Joe made an indelible mark on the entire DC Comics universe including his renowned and award-winning work on iconic characters such as Sgt. Rock, Enemy Ace, Hawkman and most recently Nite Owl. We are so honored to have worked side-by-side with such an unforgettable force in both comics and in life.

- DC Entertainment Executive Team

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KRYPTON

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A true legend.

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R.I.P. Joe Kubert.

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RIP Joe Kubert. Your contributions to this world will live on.

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R.I.P. bud.

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RIP T-T

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Shalom.

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you guys need to post some of his art so these young bucks can see what a pioneer in comics looks like.

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A long life and with much to show for it. RIP Joe Kubert.

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Never heard of this dude, but its always sad seeing someone whos been in the industry so long pass away. Rest in Peace, Kubert.

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ICON.

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It's a damn shame, but I don't think he'd want us to sit here and feel bad too long. Lets celebrate his legacy by spotlighting some of his comics. What do ya say, G-Man?

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R.I.P

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RIP

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Dang. Sad day.

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Era ended...

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R.I.P Joe Kubert

adios a una leyenda del comic.

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Memory Eternal.

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Having just getting into comics within the last year, I am now only beginning to realize what this man has meant to the industry. I will not mourn this loss, rather I will be grateful of the legacy he left, and the future talents he and his family are molding at this moment. Peace Joe.

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Even though he no longer is with us what's that saying Legends never Die. R.I.P. Mr Kubert.

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A true legend in the industry. He will be missed

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A real legend. R.I.P.
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RIP Joe Kubert

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R.I.P Joe, thanks for the art and giving us two great sons who are continuing your legacy

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Thank you for all the years of fantastic comics, we'll see you when we get there!

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R.I.P Mr Kubert, my condolences to the Kubert family for their loss

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RIP

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Sad loss, but 85 was a good innings as we say here in the UK. Thoughts with his family.

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Kubert was one of my favourite artists. His style was unmistakable, a highly polished rawness that could deliver both gut-wrenching action and deep emotion.

The word is often tossed about it has next to no value, but he really was a legend.

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R.I.P

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The world is a better place because of imaginative people like Mr. Kubert. Thanx for all you've done.

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*sigh*

RIP.

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That was unexpected R.I.P to a true legend.

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R.I.P. Joe.

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Too much comic legends die these days.

R.I.P. Joe Kubert.

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Rest in peace Joe

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A true artistic legend in the comic book industry. RIP Joe Kubert and thank you for all your contributions. You will be missed.

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@The_Tree said:

Rest in peace, Joe. He was a true master of the art form.

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Rest in Peace :(((

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My sympathies to his family and friends. We lost a another great legend.

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I'm so sorry to hear that. It is very sad.

I think he's one of the greatest who lives on through is art...

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You will be missed good sir!

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So sad great artist and a true legend thoughts go out to his family

R.I.P.

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Apparantly, he's been in and out of hospital for the past year. Hopefully he went out peacefully, RIP Mr Kubert.

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R.I.P.

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He had a good long run!

I preferred him over Kirby.

His artwork on Hawkman and Sqt. Rock were my favorite.

What a great artist that drew all the way to the end.

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R.I.P.Never saw a piece of artwork of his that I didn't like.

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Very sad to hear this. Mr. Kubert was a true legend. I read anything drawn by him that I can get my hands on.

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I wish a lot of comic artists today went to his school.

R.I.P.

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RIP