Comic Artist Joe Kubert’s Legacy Lives On at DC

This September, DC celebrates the life and legacy of legendary artist, writer, and educator Joe Kubert on what would have been his 100th birthday. Across a career that spanned generations, Kubert helped define the visual language of comic book storytelling through his groundbreaking work on characters including Sgt. Rock, Hawkman, Enemy Ace, Ragman, Tarzan, and many others. His dynamic artwork, unforgettable covers, and commitment to nurturing future generations of artists through the Joe Kubert School of Cartoon and Graphic Art continue to influence comics today. “At his core, Joe was a storyteller,” writes DC group editor Katie Kubert in the foreword to Joe Kubert: 100 Years – A Life in Covers#1. “Each cover tells a story, without ever having to open up the comic, pulling you in and making you want to know more.” To honor Kubert’s centennial, DC will publish a series of special releases celebrating his artistry, storytelling, and enduring impact on the medium. DC Special #5 Facsimile Edition (variant) Artists, Family, and Students Unite to Honor Joe Kubert Leading the celebration is DC Special #5 Facsimile Edition, accompanied by a newly commissioned artist-jam homage cover that ...