Benito Jacovitti, born in Termoli on March 19, 1923 e died in Rome on December 3, 1997, was one of the most important Italian cartoonists of the twentieth century.
From a young age he showed a strong passion for drawing and at the age of 16 he made his debut as a cartoonist.
Jacovitti has collaborated with numerous humorous magazines, including il Vittorioso, where he began to develop his first characters.
The first characters: from Pinocchio to Cocco Bill
In the 50s, Jacovitti began to create his own artistic identity, portraying classic characters such as Pinocchio and inventing unique characters like Coconut Bill e Chip the arch policeman.
These characters have been featured in comics that have had great success among the public Italian thanks to the irreverent humor and caricatured form of the characters.
The years of the carousels at RAI and the birth of La Pimpa
In the 60s, Jacovitti brought his art to the small screens, creating advertising carousels for Italian television.
It was during this time that he created some of his most beloved characters such as Zorry Kid and Nosy Tom. Jacovitti also has collaborated with RAI, creating programs for children such as “The Pimpa".
The prizes received
Jacovitti has received numerous awards and honors for his work, including the prestigious Yellow Kid Award and Palme d'Or trophy at the Bordighera International Humor Exhibition.
His influence on Italian culture was such that the artistic high school of Termoli, his hometown, it was named after him.
Jacovitti's death was a great mourning for the world of Italian comics.
Jacobitti he was buried next to his wife Floriana Jodice in the cemetery of Romola, in the province of Florence.
Jacovitti's artistic contribution
Benito Jacovitti's artistic contribution was remarkable.
With his creativity and his originality has revolutionized the panorama of Italian comics, introducing a new style that it has influenced generations by later artists.
His works are still appreciated and loved by a large audience today, testifying to theimmortality of his talent creative.
