Trending Now - Comic Book Artist Sam Kieth Passes Away at 63

WHO:

Sam Kieth, comic book artist and creator of “The Maxx”

Scott Dunbier, lifelong friend and collaborator of Sam Kieth

Co-creator of “Sandman”

WHAT:

Sam Kieth died on March 15, 2026

Kieth was 63 years old at the time of his death

He was known for his work on “The Maxx” and “Sandman”

Kieth's death was confirmed to Bleeding Cool by Scott Dunbier

Kieth died of Lewy Body Dementia

WHEN:

Sam Kieth was born on January 11, 1963

Kieth passed away on March 15, 2026

WHY:

The cause of death was Lewy Body Dementia

HOW:

Kieth began his career in comics at the age of 17

(UPDATED March 22, 2026 21:14 UTC)

Sam Kieth, the renowned comic book artist known for creating "The Maxx" and co-creating "Sandman," passed away on March 15, 2026, at the age of 63 due to Lewy Body Dementia. His death was confirmed by his lifelong friend and collaborator, Scott Dunbier. Kieth began his career in comics at just 17 years old, leaving a lasting impact on the industry.