Carl Barks

Carl Barks

artist United States

Carl Barks was an American cartoonist and animator, best known for his work on Disney's Donald Duck comics. Often referred to as 'the Duck Man,' Barks created beloved characters such as Scrooge McDuck and established the rich Duckburg universe. His storytelling combined humor with social commentary, and his artwork set a high standard for comic book illustration. Barks' influence on the comic industry is profound, with many considering him a master of the medium.

Born on Mar 27, 1901 (124 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
5,006
Power
372$
Sentiment
8.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Norway 1 8.00 0.09% +0% 5,421,241 5,006 $403,000 372$
Totals 1 5,421,241 5,006 $403,000 372$
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Norway Norway: Carl Barks is known for his work as a Disney cartoonist, often signing his strips with 'D.U.C.K.' 8

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Greece Greece: Carl Barks is considered the father of the 'Duck Universe' and developed multi-layered stories featuring Donald Duck. 8

Kathimerini: Σαν Σήμερα: 9 Ιουνίου 1934 – «Γεννιέται» ο Ντόναλντ Ντακ