Jack Davis facts for kids
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Jack Davis
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John Burton Davis, Jr.
December 2, 1924 Atlanta, Georgia, U.S.
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| Died | July 27, 2016 (aged 91) |
| Cause of death | Complications of a stroke |
| Occupation | Cartoonist and illustrator |
| Years active | 1950–2014 |
| Spouse(s) |
Dena Roquemore
(m. 1950) |
| Children | 2 |
John Burton "Jack" Davis, Jr. (born December 2, 1924 – died July 27, 2016) was a famous American cartoonist and illustrator. He was born in Atlanta, Georgia. Jack Davis was known for his amazing art in advertisements, on magazine covers, and for movie posters. He also created art for record albums and drew many comic book stories. He was one of the first cartoonists to work for Mad magazine when it started in 1952. His cartoon characters are easy to spot because they have very unique bodies, often with big heads, thin legs, and really large feet.
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Jack Davis: A Cartooning Legend
Jack Davis was a very talented artist whose work appeared in many different places. He had a special way of drawing that made his characters look funny and full of energy. His art made people laugh and was loved by many.
Early Life and First Jobs
Jack Davis was born in Atlanta, Georgia. He loved drawing from a young age. After he finished school, he got a job as a cartoonist intern at The Atlanta Journal newspaper. One summer, he even worked on the Mark Trail comic strip. He later made a funny version of this strip for Mad magazine, calling it Mark Trade.
His Unique Art Style
Jack Davis's cartoons are famous for their special look. He often drew characters with big, round heads and tiny, skinny legs. Their feet were usually drawn very large. This unique style made his drawings instantly recognizable and very funny. It helped his characters show a lot of emotion and movement.
Working with Mad Magazine and More
Jack Davis was a founding cartoonist for Mad magazine, which started in 1952. His work helped make Mad very popular. He also drew for other magazines created by Kurtzman, like Trump, Humbug, and Help!.
His art wasn't just in comic books and magazines. He also created illustrations for:
In 1959, he made a set of 88 funny cartoon cards called Wacky Plaks for Topps Chewing Gum Co. These cards were very popular and showed his humorous style.
Later Years
Jack Davis continued to create amazing art for many years. He passed away on July 27, 2016, in St. Simons Island, Georgia. He was 91 years old and died due to health problems. His incredible artwork continues to inspire cartoonists and entertain fans around the world.
