Jules Feiffer, Pioneering Cartoonist and Satirist, Dies at 95

Feiffer, a Pulitzer and Oscar winner, was celebrated for his incisive political cartoons, groundbreaking plays, and contributions to children's literature.

Jules Feiffer, known for his satirical comic strip 'Feiffer' and his illustrations for 'The Phantom Tollbooth,' passed away from congestive heart failure at his home in Richfield Springs, New York.
Feiffer's career spanned over nine decades, beginning as an apprentice to legendary cartoonist Will Eisner and evolving into a multifaceted career in comics, theater, film, and literature.
He won a Pulitzer Prize in 1986 for editorial cartooning and an Academy Award in 1958 for the animated short 'Munro,' showcasing his diverse artistic talents.
Feiffer's work, characterized by sharp wit and a focus on societal and political issues, influenced generations of cartoonists and writers, including Garry Trudeau of 'Doonesbury.'
In addition to his political satire, Feiffer authored plays like 'Little Murders' and screenplays such as 'Carnal Knowledge,' while also producing acclaimed children's books and graphic novels well into his 90s.