R.I.P. Jerry Robinson, creator of the Joker

Books: Newswire: R.I.P. Jerry Robinson, creator of the Joker

The Los Angeles Times is reporting the death of Jerry Robinson, a key figure of the comic-book Golden Age best known for his work on Batman—in particular, the creation of Batman’s archnemesis the Joker, and his help in shaping characters such as Robin, Two-Face, and Alfred. Robinson died in his sleep at the age of 89.
Just a teenager when he was hired by Batman co-creator Bob Kane, Robinson quickly became the title’s primary inker, working with Kane and writer Bill Finger to transform the character from his dark, pulp-inspired origins into the more recognizable Caped Crusader ...