Hergé

1907–1983 (age 76)

Biography

Georges Remi, better known as Hergé, was born in 1907 and became the creator of The Adventures of Tintin, a series whose lucid storytelling, keen sense of humor, and meticulous artistry delighted readers worldwide. His ligne claire drawing style and careful research set new standards for comic art, while his characters embodied curiosity, courage, and a respectful spirit of inquiry.

Hergé remained deeply involved in the craft, supervising every detail of his books and nurturing a studio that influenced generations of illustrators; his creative legacy rests alongside his beloved homeland in Dieweg Cemetery.

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