Jack Kirby Was the King of Comics

So, Why Isn’t He a Household Name?

Photo Credit: Susan Skaar — Kirby Museum Website

In most cases, calling someone the king of anything would be hyperbole, but for Jack Kirby, it’s an understatement. He didn’t just create or co-create some of the most famous fictional characters of all time; he helped define the comic book medium’s visual language. The fruits of his labor can be seen in comics even decades after he passed away. His work shaped the…