Comic Book Artist Ed Piskor Passes Away at 41: Remembering His Legacy and Condemning Online Bullying

The comic book community is in mourning following the tragic death of independent artist and writer Ed Piskor at the age of 41. Piskor, known for his work on Hip Hop Family Tree and X-Men: Grand Design, reportedly took his own life after addressing accusations of inappropriate behavior in a suicide note.

In the note, Piskor blamed “internet bullies” for contributing to his decision to end his life, stating, “I was murdered by Internet bullies. Massive amounts of them. Some of you out there absolutely contributed to my death as you were entertaining yourself with gossip.”

His passing has sparked an outpouring of condolences from fellow comic book creators, with Rob Liefeld calling for an end to online bullying and urging people to show grace and understanding towards others.

Notable figures in the industry, including Mark Millar, Bill Sienkiewicz, and J. Scott Campbell, have also expressed their sadness over Piskor’s death and offered their support to his family and friends during this difficult time.

If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts, the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 988 is available 24/7 to provide confidential support and resources. Let’s come together as a community to support one another and prevent further tragedies like this from happening.