The comics world is mourning an incredible loss today as legendary comic writer, Dwayne McDuffie, passed away due to complications from surgery. McDuffie was the creator of Milestone Media, which sought to expand the role of minorities in comic books. He also served as the story editor for the popular Justice League Unlimited television series and wrote a number of DC animated films including the newly released All-Star Superman.
Dan DiDio released the following over on DC Source blog:
Dwayne McDuffie left a lasting legacy on the world of comics that many writers can only aspire to. He will not only be remembered as the extremely gifted writer whose scripts have been realized as comic books, in television shows and on the silver screen, but as the creator or co-creator of so many of the much-loved Milestone characters, including Static Shock. The industry has lost a true talent.
Our sincerest condolences go out to the family and many friends he leaves behind.
He is survived by his wife.
Mark Waid has posted on Twitter that C2E2 will hold a special memorial panel at the upcoming convention. The panel will be held on Saturday, Mar. 5, 2011 at 7 p.m. in Room 4C1-2 and will be open to public.
We at Between the Panels want to offer our most sincere condolences to Mr. McDuffie’s family and friends. The industry has truly lost a legend today.
