Harvey Pekar
Comic Book Artist

Harvey Pekar Net Worth

Harvey Pekar was an American comic book writer and artist born on October 8, 1939 in Ohio. He is best known for creating the autobiographical comic book series "American Splendor", which was adapted into both film and stage productions. Pekar's work was praised for its frank and honest portrayal of everyday life.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Birth Day October 8, 1939
Birth Place Ohio
Age 81 YEARS OLD
Died On Jul 12, 2010 (age 70)
Birth Sign Libra

💰 Net worth: $12 million (2024)

About

Creator of the "American Splendor" series of comics, which was adapted into both film and stage productions.

Before Fame

He was inspired by fellow underground comic book Writer Robert Crumb, whom he met while working for American Greetings in Cleveland, Ohio.

Trivia

He portrayed himself in his semi-autobiographical comic books as a taciturn, obsessive file clerk.

Family Life

He collaborated with his wife on the comic, "Our Cancer Year," which chronicled his diagnosis and subsequent treatment for lymphatic cancer.

Associated With

His "American Splendor" comics were adapted into a 2003 film starring Paul Giamatti.

Some Harvey Pekar images

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