HERMAN®, the hilarious groundbreaking cartoon feature that appears in hundreds of newspapers worldwide, continues despite the sad passing of creator Jim Unger.
Unger, who died in June 2012, left a legacy of more than 8,000 HERMAN comics and a large following that’s still going strong today. In order to keep the laughs coming, Unger passed the comedic torch to cartoonist David Waisglass and illustrator Roly Wood. Waisglass had been working closely with Unger on HERMAN since 1997, when Waisglass stopped work on his own syndicated comic, FARCUS®, to assist his mentor and manage HERMAN.
Unger’s outrageous humor and distinct illustrative style was an industry, with millions of HERMAN book collections sold in more than 25 countries. Born in London, Unger floated from job to job — including soldier, policeman, office clerk and repo man — before realizing his phenomenal comedic and drawing talent.
In 2010, Wood joined the team to help create new Sunday strips with Waisglass and Unger. Unger told friends and family that he'd never before met anyone who could draw HERMAN as well as, if not better, than himself! Unger loved the new material and began contributing more and more new gags until his death.
Although Unger wanted to publicly credit his creative partners, Waisglass and Wood strongly believed that the focus should remain on the work and its originator.
The positive response from fans, friends and the entire Unger family has been terrific, encouraging the creative duo to continue the work that Unger started.
"Roly and I are deeply committed to honoring Jim's comic legacy and his original brand of cartoon humor," says Waisglass. "It was his greatest wish that HERMAN live on and continue to make us laugh."
Universal Uclick distributes the best of Jim Unger's classic cartoons along with new HERMAN material.
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Herb and Jamaal by Stephen Bentley
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Linguist said, 5 months ago
And a Happy ( solo ) New Year to you !
Jo Clear said, 5 months ago
He started celebrating before he went out…let the good times roll….At least him and his friend can share the cab ride ….nice to have friends to share good times with…
Veteran said, 5 months ago
At least he can stand up. Dean Martin once said you have had too much to drink if you can’t hold on to the floor.
And from Law Enforcement he has the perfect plan.
Be safe, protect yourself, remember you may have a designated driver but the other clown may be on his on.
My favorite saying is:
You have two ways to party. With your friends or with me. I have some great party games. Walk and Turn. One Leg Stand. Touch finger to nose. Alphabet. Finger Thumb touch. Then after that you get the choice of a needle in your arm or blow into my instrument. Then give all your money to people you don’t even know. And then get your car out of jail. Oh it might not be much fun for you but I will have a blast.
Have a safe and happy New Years.
whmIII said, 5 months ago
@Veteran
That sums it up pretty well…
Zuhlamon said, 5 months ago
We all need to reflect on this…
Ralph Ziggy said, 5 months ago
where ever you go, there you are
Veteran said, 5 months ago
And where ever you are you have been there.
Bobzilla said, 5 months ago
I yam where I yam and that’s where I yam.
Hunter7 said, 5 months ago
@Veteran
I remember those roadside tests. Would fail miserablely. But clear the breatheanalyser. (I was designated driver – but really should have driven the car a bit before going out)…. Even after 12 years of tai chi and being able to do a form with my eyes shut…… I would still, even sober – fail that roadside test. …. Some of us just aren`t that balanced………..:)
. and on that note……Happy New Year Eve`s to Everyone! Party hard, but party safe. It is now, on the West Coast – 5 hours & 39 minutes to midnight and 2013.
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