Al JAFFEE: The Genius Behind The Famous Fold-Ins
Introduction: Al Jaffee, the iconic cartoonist, and creator of the fold-in passed away at the age of 102. He was a renowned figure, famous for his work in Mad magazine, and his contributions to the world of cartooning. Jaffee’s exceptional talent for satire and his trademark fold-ins revolutionized the industry, making him a legend in his lifetime. In this article, we will explore the life and legacy of Al Jaffee, his famous fold-ins, and his impact on the world of cartooning Early Life and Career: Al Jaffee was born in Savannah, Georgia, in 1921. His parents were Jewish Lithuanians who had moved there. His mother never really got used to living in the U.S., so when he was young, he went to live with family in Lithuania for a few years. In the late 1920s, Jaffee's family moved back to the United States. He grew up in New York City. Jaffee was an artist from a very young age, and he started selling pictures to magazines while he was still in high school. He went to the High School ...