André Franquin

Biography:
André Franquin (3 January 1924 – 5 January 1997) was an influential Belgian comics artist, whose best-known creations are Gaston and Marsupilami. He also produced the Spirou et Fantasio comic strip from 1947 to 1969, a period seen by many as the series' golden age.
Place of Birth:
Etterbeek, Belgium
Known for:
Writing
Birthday:
Jan 3, 1924
Died on:
Jan 5, 1997