Romeu (cartoonist) facts for kids

Carlos Romeu Müller (born May 17, 1948 – died July 24, 2021), known simply as Romeu, was a talented Spanish artist. He was famous for his graphic humor, which means he used drawings and cartoons to make people laugh and think.

About Romeu

Carlos Romeu Müller was born in Barcelona, Spain. He grew up to become a well-known artist who used his drawings to share funny and sometimes thoughtful messages.

Starting a Magazine

In 1977, Romeu helped start a weekly magazine called El Jueves. This magazine was known for its satire, which is a type of humor that uses jokes and irony to comment on current events or society. It was a place where artists could share their funny and sometimes critical views through cartoons.

The Miguelito Comic Strip

One of Romeu's most famous works was his comic strip called Miguelito. A comic strip is a series of drawings that tell a story or a joke, usually published in newspapers. Miguelito appeared every day, even on Sundays, in a big Spanish newspaper called El País. It was published from the very first day the newspaper started in 1976 all the way until 2009. Many people enjoyed reading Miguelito to start their day with a smile.

Winning an Award

Romeu's amazing work was recognized when he received the 2011 Gat Perich International Humor Prize. This award is given to artists who have made a big impact with their humor and cartoons. It shows how much his work was appreciated around the world.

See also

In Spanish: Carlos Romeu para niños