 After a long battle with cancer, artist Michael Turner passed away on Friday night in Santa Monica, California.
"A nicer guy never lived.
A better friend you could never want.
And he loved my Sam."
-Jeph Loeb
Statement issued at Marvel's Secret Invasion panel.
The 37-year-old artist, who was discovered by Image founder Marc Silvestri in 1998, co-created Witchblade before leaving Top Cow to form his own publishing company, Aspen MLT. While still producing his creator-owned titles Fathom and Soulfire, Turner quickly became one of the most recognizable and in-demand cover artists, providing memorable work for DC Comics’ Identity Crisis, Marvel’s Civil War and numerous other landmark issues and titles, including next month’s Uncanny X-Men #500.
Wizard would like to extend our deepest condolences to Turner’s family and friends.
He will be missed by all.
Anyone wishing to send their condolences to Michael Turner's family is encouraged to send to:
Aspen MLT, Inc.
C/O Michael Turner
5855 Green Valley Circle, Suite 111
Culver City, CA, 90230
Aspen also encourages anyone wishing to make a charitable donation to please send to Michael Turner's requested charities:
The American Cancer Society
Or
The Make-A-Wish Foundation
Click here to see a collection of Michael Turner's private art gallery. |
