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2024 - 3 - 8

Legendary Manga Creator of Dragon Ball Passes Away at 68 - A Tribute to Akira Toriyama

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Discover the legacy left behind by the iconic creator of Dragon Ball, Akira Toriyama, and how his work has influenced generations. RIP Akira Toriyama 🐉

The manga world mourns the loss of a legend as news broke of the passing of Akira Toriyama, the brilliant mind behind the iconic series 'Dragon Ball.' Toriyama, aged 68, left a remarkable imprint on the industry, with 'Dragon Ball' standing out as one of the best-selling manga of all time, captivating fans globally. The expansive universe he constructed with compelling characters like Goku and Vegeta has become ingrained in popular culture, shaping the childhoods of many. His creative genius and distinctive art style have earned him a revered status among manga enthusiasts and creators alike.

Toriyama's legacy extends beyond 'Dragon Ball,' with his influence reaching far and wide in the realms of anime, films, video games, and TV series. The impact of his work transcends borders, with 'Dragon Ball' boasting a massive fan base and over 260 million copies sold worldwide. The news of his untimely passing has sparked an outpouring of tributes and memories from fans and industry peers alike, underscoring the profound impact Toriyama had on the world of manga and entertainment.

Despite his passing, Akira Toriyama's creations will live on, immortalizing his brilliance and vision for future generations to enjoy. His legacy as the mastermind behind 'Dragon Ball' and other beloved series like 'Dr. Slump' will continue to inspire and captivate audiences for years to come. The world has lost a creative genius, but his work will forever hold a special place in the hearts of fans across the globe.

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Dragon Ball: Japan manga creator Akira Toriyama dies (BBC News)

Dragon Ball is one of the most influential and best-selling Japanese comics of all time.

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Dragon Ball creator Akira Toriyama dies aged 68 (CNA)

TOKYO: The creator of Japan's hugely popular Dragon Ball comics and anime cartoons, Akira Toriyama, has died aged 68, his production team said on Friday ...

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Legendary creator of manga Dragon Ball, Akira Toriyama, dies at 68 (The Straits Times)

Dragon Ball is among the world's best-selling manga series, with about 260 million copies sold. Read more at straitstimes.com.

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'Dragon Ball' creator Akira Toriyama dies aged 68 (The Hindu)

Akira Toriyama, creator of Dragon Ball, dies at 68, leaving behind a beloved manga legacy worldwide.

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Akira Toriyama, creator of "Dragon Ball" manga series, dies at 68 (Kyodo News Plus)

Akira Toriyama, the creator of the legendary manga series "Dragon Ball," died of acute subdural hematoma on March 1, a publisher and his production studio ...

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Akira Toriyama, creator of Dragon Ball manga series, dies aged 68 (The Guardian)

Japanese artist remembered for his 'unique world of creation' including comic series that spawned films, video games and TV series.

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Dragon Ball creator Akira Toriyama dies at 68 (The Japan Times)

A post announcing his death said Toriyama was “working on many projects” and that “there was so much more than he wanted to accomplish.”

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Akira Toriyama, creator of 'Dragon Ball,' dies at 68 (Nikkei Asia)

TOKYO -- Japanese manga artist Akira Toriyama, known for works such as "Dragon Ball" and "Dr. Slump," died on March 1 from an acute subdural hematoma,

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Japanese creator behind wildly popular Dragon Ball series has died ... (CNN)

Akira Toriyama, the Japanese manga artist who created the enormously popular and influential Dragon Ball series, died of a brain condition last week at the ...

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Akira Toriyama, creator of cult manga series 'Dragon Ball', dies aged ... (FRANCE 24)

The creator of Japan's hugely popular and influential "Dragon Ball" comics and anime cartoons, Akira Toriyama, has died aged 68, his production team said ...

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<i>Dragon Ball</i> Creator Akira Toriyama Dies at 68 (TIME)

News of Toriyama's March 1 death, which was announced March 8, triggered an outpouring of condolences from other artists, many of whom grew up reading his ...

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'Dragon Ball' creator Akira Toriyama dies at 68 (Reuters)

Japanese manga comic creator Akira Toriyama, best known for his "Dragon Ball" series that spawned widely popular films, video games and TV shows, ...

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'Dragon Ball' creator Akira Toriyama dies aged 68 (The Business Times)

THE creator of Japan's hugely popular Dragon Ball comics and anime cartoons, Akira Toriyama, has died aged 68, his production team said on Friday.

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Taiwan artists express condolences over death of Dragon Ball ... (Focus Taiwan News Channel)

Taipei, March 8 (CNA) Several members of Taiwan's comic book industry on Friday expressed sadness over the death of Japanese manga artist Akira Toriyama, ...

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Dragon Ball: Japanese manga that transcended borders (CNA)

TOKYO: Beloved for its genre-defining artwork, universal enjoyability and stateless characters, Akira Toriyama's "Dragon Ball" set the standard for Japan's ...

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'Dragon Ball' creator dies at age 68 (Nation Thailand)

Akira Toriyama, the Japanese manga artist who created the popular series “Dragon Ball”, has died. He was 68.

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How Dragon Ball caused a diplomatic spat (BBC News)

Akira Toriyama's phenomenon was so popular in Mexico that it led to tensions with the Japanese Embassy.

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'Dragon Ball' creator Akira Toriyama opened new chapter for manga (Nikkei Asia)

TOKYO -- With lovable, instantly recognizable characters and captivating fight scenes, Akira Toriyama's megahit series "Dragon Ball" helped drive the.

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How Dragon Ball caused a diplomatic spat (BBC News)

Akira Toriyama's phenomenon was so popular in Mexico that it led to tensions with the Japanese Embassy.

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Fans, social media pay tribute to 'Dragon Ball' creator Akira ... (USA TODAY)

'Dragon Ball' creator Akira Toriyama died on March 1 at age 68, his studio confirmed Friday. Fans have taken to social media to pay tribute to him.

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Akira Toriyama, author of manga series 'Dragon Ball', has died ... (Africanews English)

Akira Toriyama's Dragon Ball manga series, which started in 1984, has sold millions of copies globally and was adapted into hugely popular animated TV shows ...

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Toriyama's "Dragon Ball" boosted popularity of Japan anime overseas (Kyodo News Plus)

Akira Toriyama, who died on March 1 at age 68, mesmerized the world with his "Dragon Ball" series that not only boosted the popularity of Japanese manga and ...

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Akira Toriyama, Dragon Ball creator, passes away at age 68 (HardwareZone)

According to a note by Bird Studio (the production studio he founded), he succumbed to acute subdural hematoma, bleeding near the brain, on March 1st 2024.

Netizens mourn passing of 'Dragon Ball' creator Akira Toriyama ... (Global Times)

Manga fans worldwide expressed deep sadness after media reported on Friday that Japanese manga comic creator Akira Toriyama, best known for his Dragon Ball ...

Remembering 'Dragon Ball' creator Akira Toriyama, dead at 68 (NPR)

Japanese manga artist Akira Toriyama has died. He was 68. His "Dragon Ball" series has sold millions of copies worldwide and has inspired TV, film and video ...

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