Akira Toriyama, creator of Dragon Ball, has passed away at the age of 68

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 died on March 1st due to an acute subdural hematoma.

However, he left behind many manga and works of art for this world. Thanks to the support of so many people around the world, he was able to continue his creative activities for over 45 years. We hope that Akira Toriyama will continue to be loved by everyone for all eternity.

Official Note published on the official Dragon Ball profile:

However, he brought to life a vast legacy of manga and artwork for this world. Thanks to the support of countless fans around the globe, he was able to sustain his creative activities for over 45 years. We hope that the world created by Akira Toriyama will remain cherished for many generations to come.

AnimeNew news portal expresses gratitude for the legacy he left for his fans throughout his life.

Therefore, the funeral took place privately, with family and a few relatives present. Respecting their wishes for peace, we inform you that flowers, condolences, visits, offerings, or other gestures will not be accepted. Furthermore, we request 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 of Wonder Island , which came to life in the pages of Weekly Shonen Jump. He then charmed 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 collected volumes and becoming the basis for the first anime inspired by a work by Toriyama.

His name shone even brighter with the iconic Dragon Ball series. Recognized as one of the cornerstones 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, the success of Dragon Ball spawned an anime series, feature films, video games, and a myriad of merchandise.

With his simple drawing style and exceptional design skills, Toriyama also left his mark on the world of video games, creating characters for the renowned Dragon Quest series, as well as working as a character designer on famous games such as Chrono Trigger for Super Nintendo and the acclaimed Tobal No. 1 for PlayStation. Even after all these years, he continues to surprise his fans with occasional new manga stories.

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