Lars Mortimer facts for kids
Lars Mortimer (born March 22, 1946 – died August 25, 2014) was a talented Swedish cartoonist and comics artist. He was well-known for creating popular comic strips that many people enjoyed reading.
Who Was Lars Mortimer?
Lars Mortimer was a Swedish artist who specialized in drawing cartoons and creating comic strips. He became famous for his unique style and the interesting characters he brought to life.
His Famous Comics
Lars Mortimer created two very popular comic strips during his career. His most famous work was Hälge. He started drawing Hälge in September 1991 and continued to create new stories until he passed away in August 2014.
- Hälge became so popular that it got its own section in a newspaper starting in 2001.
- It was released every month, bringing new adventures to its readers.
Before Hälge, Lars Mortimer also created another comic strip called Bobo. This comic was published for many years, from 1973 to 1990.
Early Life and Family
Lars Mortimer was born in a city called Sundsvall in Västernorrland County, Sweden. He had some family background from Britain. Lars Mortimer had two children.
His Passing
Lars Mortimer passed away on August 25, 2014, in Alfta, Hälsingland, Sweden. He was 68 years old at the time of his death. He died after a short illness.
