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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Comments (16) (Please sign in to comment)
Linguist said, 4 months ago
$10 deposit for the Spicy Italian ones.
win said, 4 months ago
But only a buck for the wienies.
ShortStraw said, 4 months ago
Don’t worry you get your deposit back when you return them in an hour or so.
pschearer
said, 4 months ago
I don’t get it. Anyone?
battle of plattsburgh said, 4 months ago
They must be reusable.
Veteran said, 4 months ago
Does the “Meaning of Life” with the humongous fat guy bring back any images. I would be clear of the blast zone.
Funny movie but the most sickening part.
When I first saw it in the movies everyone but me walked out gagging. I just sat there choking and laughing.
whmIII said, 4 months ago
Those who appreciate the law and like sausage should never watch them being made…
Veteran said, 4 months ago
Happy Hot and Spicy Food day everyone.
Jalapenos all around.
angusdad said, 4 months ago
@Veteran
Mint?
Veteran said, 4 months ago
No thanks.
Cold beer? Maybe.
Just make sure have the “soft” toilet paper handy for later.
pschearer
said, 4 months ago
So I assume nobody else gets it either.
octagon said, 4 months ago
@pschearer
Correct
omwae said, 4 months ago
O?
Bobzilla said, 4 months ago
@battle of plattsburgh
Like the guy who couldn’t afford a dozen oysters, so the sold him one and a piece of string.
Bobzilla said, 4 months ago
@Veteran
I’ll have a half-gallon of ice cream.
What flavor?
Who cares? I’m going to sit in it!!!