Belgian comic book author Hermann has died at the age of 87

Belgian comic book author Hermann, known for his realistic lines and series, has died at the age of 87. Comanche, Bernard Prince e Jeremiah.

The artist died this Sunday, March 22, in Brussels, publisher Le Lombard revealed this Monday.

“A famous master of direct color, an incomparable master of silence, he stands out for his naturalistic approach. His characters are sincere and integral, neither truly good nor totally bad. Hermann’s art is faithful to his image: Applied, passionate and imposing”, wrote the publisher in a statement, highlighting the loss of an “immense author”.

Over his 60-year career, Hermann Huppen published around 120 albums, several of which were released in Portugal, such as Comanche e Bernard Princecreated in partnership with Greg, and Dukewith his son, Ives H..

Hermann was recognized with the Grand Prix of the City of Angoulême in 2016, for his lifetime achievement, as part of the comics festival in that French city.

Born on July 17, 1938 in Bévercé, Belgium, he was hospitalized due to cancer.

Hermann Huppen had his work exhibited in Portugal and was invited to the Amadora and Beja comics festivals.