Hector Franquin
Belgian comics artist (1924-1997)
1924 — 1997
Quick Facts
Profession
Belgian comics artist (1924-1997)
Born
January 3, 1924
Died
1997 (age ~73)
Name Origin
English
Timeline
comics artist, comics writer, draftsperson
BelgiumBorn in EtterbeekDied in Saint-Laurent-du-Var
1924
Born in Etterbeek (1924-01-03)
1972
AwardPrix Saint-Michel
1974
AwardGrand prix de la ville d'Angoulême
1980
AwardAdamson Awards
1981
AwardPrix Saint-Michel
1996
AwardMax und Moritz award
About
André Franquin was an influential Belgian comics artist, whose best-known creations are Gaston and Marsupilami. He also produced the Spirou et Fantasio comic strip from 1946 to 1968, a period seen by many as the series' golden age.
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Who is Hector Franquin?+
André Franquin was an influential Belgian comics artist, whose best-known creations are Gaston and Marsupilami. He also produced the Spirou et Fantasio comic strip from 1946 to 1968, a period seen by many as the series' golden age.
What does the name Hector mean?+
The name Hector means "A Trojan hero in Homer's Iliad.". It is of English origin.
When was Hector Franquin born?+
Hector Franquin was born on January 3, 1924.
When did Hector Franquin die?+
Hector Franquin died in 1997, at approximately 73 years of age.
Name Meaning
A Trojan hero in Homer's Iliad.
The name Hector is of English origin, meaning "A Trojan hero in Homer's Iliad.". It is traditionally a male name.
Other famous people named Hector
Hector — January 3, 1924
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Capricorn
Ambitious, disciplined, patient
Earth · Saturn · Dec 22 – Jan 19
Chinese Zodiac
Rat
Quick-witted, resourceful, versatile
Wood · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
9 Chicchan
Serpent — life force, instinct, passion
Celtic Tree
Birch
Ambitious, driven, charming
Ogham: Beith · Dec 24 – Jan 20
Birthstone: Garnet — Protection, strength
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