Bill Watterson

Bill Watterson, born on July 5, 1958, is an American cartoonist best known for creating the comic strip "Calvin and Hobbes." The strip, which debuted on November 18, 1985, and concluded on December 31, 1995, features the imaginative adventures of a young boy named Calvin and his anthropomorphic tiger, Hobbes. Watterson's work is celebrated for its insightful humor, detailed artwork, and thoughtful commentary on various topics, including education, consumerism, and the environment. In 1986 and 1988, he received the National Cartoonists Society's Reuben Award for Outstanding Cartoonist of the Year. Additionally, "Calvin and Hobbes" has been published in over 2,400 newspapers worldwide and compiled into numerous best-selling collections. Watterson's refusal to merchandise the characters has preserved the integrity and purity of the strip, distinguishing him from other cartoonists.