Julio E. Suárez
Uruguayan comics artist and journalist known as "Peloduro"
About Julio E. Suárez
Lived 1909 – 1965 (aged 55). Julio E. Suárez was an Uruguayan comics artist and journalist.
Julio Emilio Suárez Sedraschi, also known as Peloduro (September 16, 1909, in Salto – August 15, 1965, in Montevideo) was a Uruguayan caricature artist, journalist, and comic book artist.
Biography Julio E. Suárez was one of the pioneers of comic strips in Uruguay. Born in Salto, Uruguay, he traveled to Montevideo to study architecture in 1927, but he quickly abandoned his studies. In that time he began career with newspapers and his relationship with the short-lived Uruguayan newspaper, El Nacional, where he published parliamentary notes.
In 1967 after his death, two compilations of his works were published “Diccionario del Disparate” and “Comentarios internacionales de “El Pulga”.
Since 2011 Uruguay celebrates Día de la Historieta on September 16 in honor of Suárez's birthday.
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Who was Julio E. Suárez?
Uruguayan comics artist and journalist known as "Peloduro"
When was Julio E. Suárez born?
Julio E. Suárez was born on 16 September 1909 in Salto, Salto Department.
When did Julio E. Suárez die?
Julio E. Suárez died on 15 August 1965 in Montevideo.
What was Julio E. Suárez's occupation?
Julio E. Suárez was a comics artist and journalist.
What nationality was Julio E. Suárez?
Julio E. Suárez was Uruguayan.
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