Antonio Prohias facts for kids

Antonio Prohias (born January 17, 1921 – died February 24, 1998) was a talented Cuban-born cartoonist. He is most famous for creating the comic strip Spy vs. Spy.

Who Was Antonio Prohias?

Antonio Prohias was a cartoonist who became well-known for his unique style. He was born in Cuba and later moved to the United States. His most popular creation, Spy vs. Spy, first appeared in Mad Magazine.

The World of Spy vs. Spy

Spy vs. Spy is a comic strip about two spies who are always trying to outsmart each other. One spy wears black, and the other wears white. They constantly play tricks on each other, leading to funny and often explosive results. Even though they are enemies, they are both a bit clumsy, which makes their battles even funnier.

• The Spies' World: In their world, everything seems to be black and white. Even their families, pets, and toys are colored either black or white, just like the spies themselves!
• Long-Running Feud: The rivalry between the Black Spy and the White Spy isn't new. The comics sometimes show that their silly fights have been going on for a very long time, even since the days of cavemen or the Roman Empire!
• Their Goals: The spies often try to steal secrets from each other's headquarters or embassies. They use all sorts of gadgets and traps, from old airplanes to modern jets, to try and get the upper hand.

Other Spies and Their Tricks

Sometimes, Antonio Prohias would introduce new characters to the Spy vs. Spy world:

• The Grey Spy: This character is a female spy who always wears grey. She is very clever and often tricks both the Black Spy and the White Spy, leaving them in trouble while she gets away.
• The Green Spy: For special occasions, like St. Patrick's Day, a Green Spy would sometimes appear, adding another twist to the spy games.

Spy vs. Spy became so popular that it even appeared on the Mad Magazine TV show. After Antonio Prohias passed away, other artists continued to draw the comic strip, keeping his funny spy adventures alive.

See also

In Spanish: Antonio Prohías para niños