Dan Jurgens

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Dan Jurgens
Jurgens at GalaxyCon Minneapolis in 2019
Born (1959-06-27) June 27, 1959 (age 64)
Ortonville, Minnesota, U.S.
Area(s)Writer, Penciller, Inker
Notable works
Action Comics
Batman Beyond
Booster Gold
Captain America
Superman
Tangent Comics
Thor
Warlord
Children2
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Dan Jurgens (/ˈdʒɜːrɡənz/;[1] born June 27, 1959)[2] is an American comic book writer and artist. He is known for his work on the DC comic book storyline "The Death of Superman" and for creating characters such as Doomsday, Hank Henshaw, and Booster Gold. Jurgens had a lengthy run on the Superman comic books including The Adventures of Superman, Superman vol. 2 and Action Comics. At Marvel, Jurgens worked on series such as Captain America, The Sensational Spider-Man and was the writer on Thor for six years. He also had a brief run as writer and artist on Solar for Valiant Comics in 1995.

Career

1980s

After graduating from

Deadman short stories which were written by Mike Baron in the short-lived anthology Action Comics Weekly from issues #601–612.[8] He then had a run as artist of Green Arrow with writer Mike Grell from 1988 to 1990. In 1989, Jurgens began working full-time on the Superman character when he took over the writing/pencilling of the monthly The Adventures of Superman.[3]

1990s

Jurgens was the penciller of the 1991

Zero Hour[16] and the Superman/Doomsday: Hunter/Prey miniseries, both in 1994.[17]

Jurgens scripted and provided layout art for the

titular film series. It was co-published by Dark Horse Comics and DC in 1995. In the same year, he gave up the pencilling duties on Superman. Also in 1995 he was writer/penciller on Solar with issue #46 from Valiant Comics wherein he worked with inker Dick Giordano and with penciller Tom Grindberg joining in with issues #51–54 after Jurgens relinquished penciller duties with issue #50. In 1996 Jurgens and Italian artist Claudio Castellini worked on the highly publicized crossover Marvel vs DC.[18] Jurgens was one of the many creators who worked on the Superman: The Wedding Album one-shot in 1996 which featured the title character's marriage to Lois Lane.[19] Jurgens developed the Tangent Comics imprint for DC the following year.[20]

In January 1996, Jurgens was writer and penciller of the new

tabloid-sized graphic novel Superman/Fantastic Four, with finished art by his former The Adventures of Superman inker Art Thibert.[22] Jurgens worked with Marvel Comics as writer on Thor vol. 2 with pencilling by John Romita Jr.[23] and as writer/artist on Captain America vol. 3. Jurgens was the debut writer of the Tomb Raider: The Series comic book series licensed to Top Cow Productions and Image Comics, which in 1999. The debut issue of Tomb Raider was the number one selling comic book of that year. Jurgens was writer of the series until issue #21.[3]

2000s

In 2000, Jurgens was the writer and provided layouts for the four issue prestige miniseries Titans/Legion of Super-Heroes: Universe Ablaze, with finishes provided by

Magog.[3]

2010s

Three men seated onstage, flanked by Superman material
The Library of Congress hosting a discussion with Dan Jurgens and Paul Levitz for Superman's 80th anniversary and the 1,000th issue of Action Comics.

Jurgens was amongst the creative talent of DC Comics'

Firestorms: The Nuclear Men from issues #13–20, where the series was canceled.[3] In 2014, he and Giffen together with Jeff Lemire and Brian Azzarello co-wrote The New 52: Futures End.[28] In 2015, Jurgens became the writer for Batman Beyond, starting with issue #1 in June 2015.[29] He was writer of the two-issue miniseries Convergence: Superman in 2015, and was the writer for Superman: Lois and Clark from 2015 to 2016. As part of the DC Rebirth relaunch of 2016, Jurgens wrote Action Comics, with the series returning to the previous numbering, beginning with issue #957.[30] He contributed to Action Comics #1000 (June 2018)[31] and then became the writer of the Green Lanterns series.[32]

Personal life

Jurgens is married and has two children, Quinn Jurgens and Seth Jurgens.[33]

Awards

Jurgens was awarded the 1994 National Cartoonists Society Award for Best Comic Book.[34]

Bibliography

Dark Horse Comics

  • Superman vs. Aliens
     #1–3 (story and layout art) (1995)

DC Comics

  • 52 #2–11, 24, 35, 43 (2006–2007)
  • Deadman
    short stories pencils), #650–667 (1988, 1990–1991), #957–984, 987–1000 (writer; also artist on #993–994 and 1000; 2016–2018)
  • Action Comics Special #1 (writer, 2018)
  • The Adventures of Superman
     #452 (with George Perez), 462–470, 478, 492, 500 (writer and penciller, 1989–1993); Annual #1 (pencils, 1987)
  • Agent Liberty Special # 1 (writer and cover artist, 1992)
  • Aquaman vol. 5 #63–75 (writer, 2000–2001)
  • Aquaman and The Others #1–11 (writer, 2014–2015)
  • Armageddon 2001 #1–2 (artist, 1991)
  • Batman #359, 568 (1983–1999) Annual No. 9 (1985) (pencils)
  • Batman Beyond vol. 5 #1–16 (writer, 2015–2016)
  • Batman Beyond vol. 6 #1–11, 14–50 (writer, 2016–2020)
  • Batman Beyond Rebirth #1 (writer, 2016)
  • Booster Gold #1–25 (artist, 1986–1988)
  • Booster Gold vol. 2 #1–12, 15–19, 21–31, 44–47 (artist, 2007–2008; writer/artist, 2009–2011)
  • The Brave and the Bold vol. 3 #23 (writer/artist, 2009)
  • Convergence #0 (writer, 2015)
  • Convergence: Superman #1–2 (writer/artist, 2015)
  • Countdown (writer and artist of the "History of the Multiverse" back-up stories in issues #49–38) (2007)
  • Crisis Aftermath: The Battle For
    Blüdhaven
     #1–6 (2006) (pencils)
  • DC Challenge #6 (1986)
  • DC Universe: Legacies #7–8 (2011)
  • The Death of Superman 30th Anniversary Special #1 (writer/penciller) (2023)
  • Firestorm: The Nuclear Man
     vol. 3 #33 (2007) (layouts only)
  • Flash Gordon #1–9 (miniseries) (writer/artist, 1989)
  • Fury of the Firestorms: The Nuclear Men
     #13–20 (writer and pencils, 2012–2013)
  • Green Arrow #13–14, 17–18, 21–24, 27–30, 33–34 (pencils) (1988–1990)
  • Green Arrow vol. 4 #1–5 (pencils); #3–6 (co-writer) (2011–2012)
  • Green Lanterns
     #50–57 (writer) (2018–present)
  • Infinite Crisis Secret Files 2006 (2006) (layouts for lead story)
  • Justice League America
     #61–77 (1992–1993)
  • Justice League International #1–12 (writer, 2011–2012)
  • Metal Men vol. 2 #1–4 (layouts) (1993)
  • Metamorpho: Year One #1–6 (writer; artist for issues 1 and 2 only, 2007)
  • The New Teen Titans vol. 2 #6 (pencils, 1984)
  • Nightwing vol. 2 #125–128 (2006–2007)
  • Nightwing vol. 4 #59–77 (writer, 2019-2020)
  • Sun Devils #1–12 (writer and artist) (1984–1985)
  • Superman
     vol. 2 #29, 57–146, 148, 150, 700, 0, Annual #3, 5, #9–10 (writer: 1991–1999; pencils: 1991–1995)
  • Superman vol. 3 #7–12 (writer and pencils 2012)
  • Superman 80-Page Giant #1 (1999) (cover artist pencils and writer for 10-page short story)
  • Superman/Doomsday: Hunter/Prey (limited series; story and layouts) #1–4 (1994)
  • Superman: The Doomsday Wars #1–3 (1998–1999)
  • Superman: Day of Doom #1–4 (2003)
  • Superman: Lois and Clark #1–8 (writer, 2015–2016)
  • Superman: Secret Files #1 (writer and layout art for lead story; plus pencil art for character profiles) (1998)
  • Superman/Fantastic Four #1 (writer and layout art, with finished art by Art Thibert) (1999)
  • Tangent: Superman's Reign
     #1–12 (2008–2009) (writer)
  • Teen Titans vol. 2 #1–24 (1996–1998)
  • Time Masters: Vanishing Point #1–6 (2010 mini series) (writer/artist)
  • Tales of the Legion of Super-Heroes #319–325 (1985)
  • Titans/Legion of Super-Heroes: Universe Ablaze #1–4 (prestige miniseries. writer and layouts, with finishes by Phil Jimenez) (2000)
  • The Warlord #63–88, 91 (artist) (1982–1985)
  • Zero Hour
     #0–4 (1994)

Marvel Comics

  • Captain America (vol. 3) #25–50 (writer), #33–50 (penciller); Annual 2000; Annual 2001 (2000–2002)
  • Daredevil #224 (penciller) (1985)
  • Domination Factor: Fantastic Four #1-4 (writer and layouts) (1999)
  • The Sensational Spider-Man #0–6 (writer and penciller) (1996)
  • Thor (vol. 2) #1–58, 60–79 (writer); Annual 1999; Annual 2000; Annual 2001 (1998–2004)
  • Thor (vol. 6) #24 (writer and penciller) (2022)

Valiant Comics

  • Solar #46–54 writer/penciller on #46–50; writer only on #51–54 (1995)

References

  1. ^ "Superman Artist Dan Jurgens At Wondercon"
  2. Fantagraphics Books
    : 48–58.
  3. ^ a b c d e f g h i j Dan Jurgens at the Grand Comics Database
  4. ^ "Dan Jurgens". Lambiek Comiclopedia. December 14, 2006. Archived from the original on January 5, 2014.
  5. ^ Johnson, Dan (August 2017). "Bringing the Heat With the Sun Devils: An Interview With Gerry Conway and Dan Jurgens". Back Issue! (98). Raleigh, North Carolina: TwoMorrows Publishing: 31–33.
  6. ISBN 978-0-7566-6742-9
    . The DC Universe gained one of its most peculiar stars in the first issue of writer/artist Dan Jurgens' Booster Gold series.
  7. ^ Greenberger, Robert (August 2017). "It Sounded Like a Good Idea at the Time: A Look at the DC Challenge!". Back Issue! (98). Raleigh, North Carolina: TwoMorrows Publishing: 39.
  8. ^ Martin, Brian (August 2017). "Where the Action is...Weekly". Back Issue! (98). Raleigh, North Carolina: TwoMorrows Publishing: 65–66.
  9. ^ Manning "1990s" in Dolan, p. 250: "Armageddon 2001 was the DC Comics event of the summer...Written by Archie Goodwin and Denny O'Neil, and drawn by penciler Dan Jurgens, Armageddon 2001 chronicled the birth of time-traveling hero Waverider."
  10. ^ Manning "1990s" in Dolan, p. 250: "DC editorial saw the chance to give their hero a fourth ongoing monthly book, Superman: The Man of Steel was born, with the first issue written by Louise Simonson and with art by Jon Bogdanove, Tom Grummett, Bob McLeod, and Dan Jurgens."
  11. ^ Jurgens, Dan (w), Jurgens, Dan (p), Barreto, Eduardo (i). "Intergang --No More!" Superman, vol. 2, no. 60 (October 1991). DC Comics.
  12. ^ Manning "1990s" in Dolan, p. 253: "In this seven-part adventure...writers Dan Jurgens, Jerry Ordway, Roger Stern, and Louise Simonson, with artists Brett Breeding, Tom Grummett, Jon Bogdanove, and Bob McLeod assembled many of DC's favorite characters to defend the world."
  13. ^ Manning "1990s" in Dolan, p. 258: "In Superman #75...DC had killed their icon...in a dramatic finale delivered in splash images and written and drawn by artist Dan Jurgens, with finishes by Brett Breeding."
  14. ^ Manning "1990s" in Dolan, p. 259: "The issue also featured four teaser comics that introduced a group of contenders all vying for the Superman name...A Cyborg Superman claimed he was the real Man of Steel in a short by storyteller Dan Jurgens."
  15. ^ Schweier, Philip (August 2012). "Justice League, Then and Now with Gerry Conway and Dan Jurgens". Back Issue! (58). Raleigh, North Carolina: TwoMorrows Publishing: 70–72.
  16. ^ Manning "1990s" in Dolan, p. 266: "In DC's newest summer blockbuster Zero Hour, writer/artist Dan Jurgens and finisher Jerry Ordway crafted a five-issue story that began with issue No. 4, and counted backward to zero."
  17. ^ Burlingame, Russ (May 7, 2019). "25 Years Later, Dan Jurgens Talks Superman/Doomsday: Hunter/Prey". ComicBook.com. Retrieved May 7, 2019.
  18. ^ Manning "1990s" in Dolan, p. 272: "Written by Peter David and Ron Marz with art by Dan Jurgens and Claudio Castellini, this four-issue miniseries event consisted of five major battles voted on in advance by reader ballots distributed to comic stores."
  19. ^ Manning "1990s" in Dolan, p. 275: " The behind-the-scenes talent on the monumental issue appropriately spanned several generations of the Man of Tomorrow's career. Written by Dan Jurgens, Karl Kesel, David Michelinie, Louise Simonson, and Roger Stern, the one-shot featured the pencils of John Byrne, Gil Kane, Stuart Immonen, Paul Ryan, Jon Bogdanove, Kieron Dwyer, Tom Grummett, Dick Giordano, Jim Mooney, Curt Swan, Nick Cardy, Al Plastino, Barry Kitson, Ron Frenz, and Dan Jurgens."
  20. ^ Manning "1990s" in Dolan, p. 281: "A series of nine one-shots springing from the imagination of writer/artist Dan Jurgens, the Tangent Comics imprint introduced an entirely new universe of heroes."
  21. ISBN 978-0756692360
    . The new Spidey title felt fresh and exciting...Issue No. 0, written and penciled by Dan Jurgens, with Klaus Janson inking, provided a quick recap for newcomers.
  22. ^ Greenberg, Glenn (December 2012). "Tabloid Team-Ups The Giant-Size DC-Marvel Crossovers". Back Issue! (61). Raleigh, North Carolina: TwoMorrows Publishing: 33–40.
  23. ISBN 978-0756641238
    . Thor thundered into his new ongoing series by writer Dan Jurgens and artist John Romita Jr.
  24. ISBN 978-1465424563
    . Writers Justin Gray and Jimmy Palmiotti and artists Dan Jurgens and Gordon Purcell examined the ruins of Nightwing's former hometown.
  25. ^ Piccione, Sebastian (August 30, 2008). "The Gold Standard: Dan Jurgens Interview Part I". Project Fanboy. Archived from the original on February 10, 2012. Retrieved February 26, 2012.
  26. ^ Rogers, Vaneta (August 17, 2011). "The DCnU Take 2: Justice League International". Newsarama. Archived from the original on February 1, 2012. Retrieved February 26, 2012.
  27. ^ Burlingame, Russ (October 16, 2011). "Dan of Steel: Dan Jurgens on Joining Team Superman". ComicBook.com. Archived from the original on April 3, 2012. Retrieved February 26, 2012. Superman editor Matt Idelson contacted Keith and me and basically said, "Hey! How would you guys like to co-write, conspire and Dan draw Superman?" We started batting around different ideas, thoughts and notes and had a "go" a day or two later.
  28. ^ Moore, Matt (December 11, 2013). "DC Readies Weekly Weekly Series, Futures End for Spring". Associated Press. Archived from the original on April 7, 2014. Retrieved December 11, 2013.
  29. ^ Beedle, Tim (March 10, 2015). "A Brand New Beyond: Dan Jurgens and Bernard Chang Discuss Batman Beyond". DC Comics. Archived from the original on September 14, 2016. Retrieved May 9, 2016.
  30. ^ Marston, George (March 26, 2016). "DC Comics Rebirth Recap – Creative Teams, Schedule & a Few New Details". Newsarama. Archived from the original on April 30, 2016. Retrieved March 28, 2016.
  31. ^ Johnson, Jim (April 18, 2018). "Action Comics #1000 Shows Superman Still Looks Good at 80 Years Old". Newsarama. Archived from the original on April 26, 2018. Retrieved August 21, 2018. Dan Jurgens has arguably had as much impact on the character as anyone in the modern era, so it's fitting that the issue leads off with his 'From the City That Has Everything'.
  32. ^ Cohen, Jason (April 16, 2018). "Jurgens Shifts from Action Comics to Green Lanterns in July". Comic Book Resources. Archived from the original on July 15, 2018. After two years spent writing the adventures of Superman in Action Comics, Dan Jurgens is trading in his cape for a Green Lantern ring.
  33. ^ Velez, Edward (April 4, 1993), "Kidsday Talking With Dan Jurgens", Newsday, p. 1
  34. ^ "Division Awards: Comic Books". National Cartoonists Society. 2013. Archived from the original on April 18, 2013. Retrieved June 23, 2013.

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