Brian K. Vaughan
Brian K. Vaughan | |
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| Born | July 17, 1976 Cleveland, Ohio, U.S. |
| Occupation | Comic book writer, television writer, producer |
| Nationality | American |
| Notable awards | Eisner Awards, Harvey Awards, Hugo Awards |
Brian Keller Vaughan was born on July 17, 1976, in Cleveland, Ohio. He grew up with a love for storytelling, particularly in the realm of comic books and science fiction.[1][2]
Career
[change | change source]Vaughan began his career in the comic book industry in the late 1990s. He gained recognition for his work with publishers such as DC Comics, Marvel Comics, and Image Comics.[3][4]
Notable Works
[change | change source]- Y: The Last Man (2002–2008)
A critically acclaimed post-apocalyptic science fiction comic series published by DC Comics' Vertigo imprint. The story follows Yorick Brown, the last surviving man on Earth, and his monkey, Ampersand.[5]
- Saga (2012–present)
An ongoing space opera/fantasy series co-created with artist Fiona Staples, published by Image Comics. Saga has won multiple Eisner and Harvey Awards.[6]
- Runaways (2003–2004)
A Marvel Comics series about a group of teenagers who discover their parents are supervillains.[7]
- Ex Machina (2004–2010)
A political thriller mixed with superhero elements, published by DC Comics' Wildstorm imprint.[8]
Television Career
[change | change source]Vaughan transitioned to television writing in the 2000s, contributing to shows like Lost and Under the Dome. He also served as a producer and writer for adaptations of his own works, such as the FX series Y: The Last Man.[9]
Awards and Recognition
[change | change source]Vaughan has received numerous awards throughout his career, including:
- Eisner Awards for Best Writer
- Harvey Awards for Best Writer
- Hugo Award for Best Graphic Story (Saga)[10]
Personal Life
[change | change source]Vaughan is married and resides in Los Angeles, California. He remains actively involved in writing and producing.[11]
References
[change | change source]- ↑ "Brian K. Vaughan". DC Comics. Retrieved December 1, 2024.
- ↑ "2010 WGA Awards TV Nominees Announced". web.archive.org. 2010-01-29. Retrieved 2024-12-01.
- ↑ "Brian K. Vaughan's Career". New York Times. November 15, 2023.
- ↑ Mark Dawidziak, The Plain Dealer (2009-01-19). "'Lost' writer Brian K. Vaughan is a Cleveland native". cleveland. Retrieved 2024-12-01.
- ↑ "Y: The Last Man". Vertigo Comics. Retrieved December 1, 2024.
- ↑ "Saga by Brian K. Vaughan". Image Comics. Retrieved December 1, 2024.
- ↑ "Runaways". Marvel Comics. Retrieved December 1, 2024.
- ↑ "Ex Machina". DC Comics. Retrieved December 1, 2024.
- ↑ "Brian K. Vaughan's TV Work". The Hollywood Reporter. October 2, 2023.
- ↑ "Hugo Awards 2013". The Hugo Awards. Retrieved December 1, 2024.
- ↑ "Brian K. Vaughan Personal Life". IMDb. Retrieved December 1, 2024.