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Sunday, March 10, 2024 

Dragon Ball creator Akira Toriyama passes away at 68

The Japan Times announced the mangaka who created the Dragon Ball franchise has died at 68 years of age:
Akira Toriyama, the influential creator of the “Dragon Ball” manga and anime franchise, has died at age 68, it was announced on Friday.

The franchise’s official website said Toriyama died on March 1 due to a blood clot in his brain.

A funeral service was held with members of Toriyama’s immediate family. Dates for official farewell events have not yet been announced.

The post on the website expressed sadness and regret at Toriyama’s sudden death, saying that he was “passionately working on many projects” and that “there was so much more that he wanted to accomplish.”

The post also expressed gratitude to Toriyama’s fans.

“He was supported by so many people from around the world who allowed him to be able to continue his creative endeavors for over 45 years,” it said.
The Jerusalem Post also notes he contributed to the Dragon Quest RPG franchise. This is definitely a shame a guy who impressed upon plenty with his manga franchise is now gone.

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