A great choice!
R. Crumb (aka Robert Crumb) is a legendary American cartoonist, painter, and musician, known for his distinctive and often provocative style. Here are some fun facts about him:
1. **Underground Comix pioneer**: Crumb was one of the pioneers of underground comix in the 1960s and 1970s, along with artists like Art Spiegelman, Harvey Pekar, and S. Clay Wilson.
2. **Zippy Comics**: Crumb's most famous creation is probably Zippy Comics, a popular comic strip that debuted in 1971 and ran for over 20 years. Zippy features a cast of bizarre characters, including the titular hero, who often finds himself in absurd situations.
3. **Fritz the Cat**: In 1969, Crumb created Fritz the Cat, a cartoon character known for his mischievous antics and risqué humor. Fritz became a cultural icon of the counterculture movement and was featured in several animated films.
4. **Pulitzer Prize winner**: In 2005, Crumb won the Pulitzer Prize Special Citations and Awards for "his career's worth of comics, which have been widely acclaimed as some of the most innovative and influential in the medium."
5. **Artistic versatility**: Crumb is not just a cartoonist; he's also a talented painter, musician (he plays blues harmonica), and author (he's written several books on art, music, and culture).
6. **Cleveland roots**: Crumb was born in Cleveland, Ohio, in 1943 and grew up there before moving to New York City in the late 1960s.
Throughout his career, R. Crumb has been recognized for his contributions to the world of comics and art. He's a true original, and his work continues to inspire and entertain audiences around the globe!
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