The comic book world is mourning the death of artist Robson Rocha, who passed away on Sunday after a struggle with COVID-19.
Having broken into the comic book industry in 2010, 41 year old Rocha, who was hospitalized in Brazil just two weeks ago, was memorialized across the internet by friends and colleagues alike.
A statement from DC Comics reads: “DC is heartbroken to hear of the passing of Robson Rocha. As tributes pour in from his friends and fans, we’re reminded that he was not only an extraordinary artist, but a beloved member of the comic book community and the DC family. We will miss him dearly.”
THREAD: I always feel weird posting when someone passes away. I feel like anything I have to say would be trite. Usually it’s a celebrity, and who cares what my take is on their life, anyway. But Robson Rocha was my friend. It would seem unjust to let him leave us quietly. pic.twitter.com/ojC7KBliei
— Brad Brad Walker (@IAmBradWalker) July 12, 2021
I’m heartbroken over Robson Rocha’s passing. So young and with a young family. Every time we worked together it was some of my favorite experiences. He was a terrific talent with an awesome future. All of these words feel so small in describing him. I’m sorry to his family.
— Joshua Williamson (@Williamson_Josh) July 11, 2021
Robson Rocha had the incredible talent of using his art to express ideas that were trapped between script & words. We both loved horror & snuck that in our projects. My heart is broken & still refuses to believe he is gone now. Comics has lost a great artist & even better friend. pic.twitter.com/jJWRkrgeCc
— Jesschillin (@jesswchen) July 11, 2021
I don’t really know what to say except that Robson Rocha was a brilliant artist, a kind man, and a loving husband and father. He was so incredibly loved and will be deeply missed. pic.twitter.com/kXJ38vY7ag
— Andrea Shea (@whatthe_shea) July 11, 2021
In other sad news, legendary character actor, William Smith, also recently passed away. Smith voiced the role of Draaga, Superman’s adversary in the animated series “Justice League” – in the episodes “War World” and “War World: Part II” – which first aired in 2002.
Such sad news about artist Robson Rocha and voice actor William Smith. My condolences to their friends and especially to their families. May they both rest in peace.