Katzenjammer Kids

I’m still trying to process the 80th Annual Reuben Awards. For three days in Columbus, Ohio; cartoonists, illustrators, wirters, animators, editors, and fans came together to celebrate the people who make this art from so special. The National Cartoonists Society was founding in 1946, and there was something really meaningful about marking 80 years in a city with such a deep connection to cartooning history. Columbus was an amazing host. Between the National Cartoonists Society conference, the Billy Ireland Cartoon Library & Museum, and the energy around Cartoon Crossroads Columbus, the whole weekend felt like a love letter to the craft. And honestly, I felt like a kid in the candy store! Working with King Features means I get to be around some truly legendary creators, but imposter syndrome definitely creeps in sometimes. Then you find yourself standing in a room with cartoonists whose work you’ve admired for years, talking shop, sharing a laugh, or watching them draw for a crowd, and it all becomes altogether rewarding. King Features was proud to be represented by an incredible group of nominees: Ricardo Siri, better known as Liniers (Macanudo), Ricardo Martinez (Goomer), […]

Hy Eisman, a prolific and influential American cartoonist whose career spanned more than seven decades, died March 27, 2025, on his 98th birthday. According to his family, he used his silver pen until the end. Eisman was an extraordinary talent and our dear friend and treasured colleague. His impact on the comic arts and his nurturing spirit will forever inspire future generations of artists and readers alike. Colleagues recall with fondness Hy’s humility and kindness, his willingness to mentor young artists, and his unending enthusiasm for storytelling. His studio was often filled with sketches, jokes, and a sense of camaraderie that endeared him to everyone fortunate enough to work alongside him.But Hy Eisman’s legacy at King Features extends beyond his incredible body of work—it lies equally in the memories of his generosity, patience, and genuine care for his craft and colleagues. Our heartfelt condolences go out to Hy’s family, friends, and countless fans. We at King Features Syndicate celebrate his extraordinary life and are grateful for the joy and humor he so generously shared with us all. Career Highlights Popeye and The Katzenjammer Kids: Eisman is best known for his […]