Hermann Huppen facts for kids
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| Born | Hermann Huppen 17 August 1938 Malmedy, Belgium |
| Died | 22 March 2026 (age 87) |
| Nationality | Belgian |
| Area(s) | Artist, writer |
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Notable works
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Jeremiah Les Tours de Bois-Maury Bernard Prince |
| Awards | full list |
Hermann Huppen (born on July 17, 1938, and passed away on March 22, 2026) was a talented Belgian comic book creator. He is widely known by his pen-name, Hermann. He became famous for his exciting comic series called Jeremiah, which tells stories about a world after a big disaster. This popular comic even became a television show!
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The Creative Journey of Hermann Huppen
Hermann was born in 1938 in a place called Bévercé, which is now part of Malmedy in Liège Province, Belgium. Before he became a comic artist, he studied to make furniture and worked as an interior architect.
Starting His Comic Career
Hermann began his journey as a comic book artist in 1964. His first work was a four-page story published in a famous Belgian comic magazine called Spirou. Another talented comic creator named Greg noticed Hermann's skills. Greg invited Hermann to work in his studio.
Popular Series: Bernard Prince and Comanche
In 1966, Hermann started drawing the Bernard Prince series. Greg wrote the stories for this series, and it was published in Tintin magazine. A few years later, in 1969, Hermann teamed up with Greg again. They created a new western series called Comanche. This series was very popular, appearing at the same time as other well-known western comics like Blueberry.
Writing His Own Adventures
Hermann started writing his own comic stories in 1977. This was when he began the Jeremiah series, which is set in a world after a big event. This series is still enjoyed by many readers today. Around the same time, he also created three albums for a series called Nick, which was inspired by the classic comic Little Nemo in Slumberland. These stories appeared in Spirou magazine.
In 1983, Hermann launched another new series titled Les Tours de Bois-Maury. This series takes readers back to the Middle Ages. It focuses more on interesting characters and detailed settings rather than just action.
Standalone Graphic Novels
Besides his popular series, Hermann also created many standalone graphic novels. These are like long comic books that tell a complete story in one or a few volumes. Sometimes, he worked with his son, Yves H., on these projects. One of his graphic novels, Lune de Guerre, had a story written by Jean Van Hamme. This particular story was later made into a movie called The Wedding Party.
Hermann's Unique Art Style
Hermann's artwork is known for its realistic style. His stories often explore deep themes and show the world in a thoughtful way. He was very good at creating detailed drawings and telling compelling stories that make readers think.
Hermann's Amazing Awards
Hermann received many awards for his incredible work in comics. Here are some of the honors he earned:
- 1973: Prix Saint-Michel, Belgium
- 1980: Prix Saint-Michel
- 1992: Best Long Comic Strip at the Haxtur Awards, Spain
- - He was also nominated for Best Drawing at the Haxtur Awards that year.
- 1998: U Giancu's Prize, International Cartoonists Exhibition
- 1999: He was nominated for Best Drawing and Best Cover at the Haxtur Awards.
- 2001: Best Drawing at the Haxtur Awards
- - He was also nominated for Best Short Comic Strip and Best Script at the Haxtur Awards.
- 2002: Grand Prix Saint-Michel
- - He was also nominated for Best Short Comic Strip and Best Drawing at the Haxtur Awards.
- 2003: He was nominated for the Audience Award and the Artwork Award at the famous Angoulême International Comics Festival in France.
- 2005: He was nominated for the Audience Award at the Angoulême International Comics Festival.
- 2006: He was nominated for Best Comic (French language) at the Prix Saint-Michel.
- 2010: He was nominated for Best Artwork at the Prix Saint-Michel.
See also
In Spanish: Hermann Huppen para niños
