It is with great sadness for the fan community that creator Akira Toriyama (Dragon Ball, Dr. Slump) passed away at the age of 68. The creator of the incredible Dragon Ball universe passed away on March 1st due to an acute subdural hematoma.
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However, he left behind many manga and artworks. Thanks to the support of so many people around the world, he was able to continue his creative endeavors for over 45 years. We hope that Akira Toriyama will continue to be loved by all for eternity.
Official Note published on the official Dragon Ball profile:
However, he brought a vast legacy of manga and artwork to this world. Thanks to the support of countless fans around the globe, he was able to sustain his creative endeavors for over 45 years. We hope the world created by Akira Toriyama remains beloved for many generations to come.
AnimeNew news portal expresses gratitude for the legacy to fans throughout his life.
Therefore, the funeral took place privately, with his family and a few relatives present. Out of respect for his wishes for peace, we inform you that flowers, condolence gifts, visits, offerings, or other gestures will not be accepted. Furthermore, we ask that you refrain from interviewing the family during this difficult time.
Life and works of Akira Toriyama:
Akira began his creative journey in 1978 with the captivating story Wonder Island , which came to life in the pages of Weekly Shonen Jump. He then delighted readers with other notable manga, such as Highlight Island and Tomato Girl Detective .
However, it was with Dr. Slump, published weekly in Shonen Jump from 1980 to 1984, that he won the hearts of the public , generating 18 bound volumes and becoming the basis of the first anime inspired by a work by Toriyama.
His reputation shone even brighter with the iconic Dragon Ball series. Recognized as one of the pillars of the "Golden Age of Jump," Dragon Ball became a global phenomenon, leading Toriyama to dedicate himself intensely to the series from 1984 to 1995. During those eleven years, he produced 42 volumes, totaling nearly 10,000 pages of thrilling adventures. Furthermore, Dragon Ball's success spawned an anime series, feature-length films, video games, and countless merchandise.
With his simple drawing style and exceptional design skill, Toriyama also left his mark on the world of video games, creating characters for the renowned Dragon Quest series, as well as serving as a character designer on famous games such as Chrono Trigger for the Super Nintendo and the acclaimed Tobal No. 1 for the PlayStation. Even after all these years, he continues to surprise his fans with occasional new manga stories.
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