George Baker (cartoonist)
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George Baker (May 22, 1915 – May 7, 1975) was a cartoonist who became prominent during World War II as the creator of the popular comic strip The Sad Sack.
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George Baker | |
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Born | (1915-05-22)May 22, 1915 Lowell, Massachusetts |
Died | May 7, 1975(1975-05-07) (aged 59)[2] Riverside, California |
Nationality | American |
Area(s) | Cartoonist, Writer |
Notable works | Sad Sack |
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The 1957 comedy film The Sad Sack starring Jerry Lewis was based on Baker's fictional character.