Cartoonist who created Scooby-Doo dies
 

Sad that we've lost another legendary cartoonist. :(

In a career that spanned more than six decades, Iwao Takamoto assisted in the designs of some of the biggest animated features and television shows, including "Cinderella," "Peter Pan," "Lady and the Tramp" and "The Flintstones."


But it was Takamoto's creation of Scooby-Doo, the cowardly dog with an adventurous heart, that captivated audiences and endured for generations.

Takamoto died Monday of heart failure at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Warner Bros. spokesman Gary Miereanu said. He was 81.

R.I.P. :'(

Sad indeed. By coincidence, CN is playing "Scooby-Doo and the Legend of the Vampire" even as I type this. He'll be missed by many. :(

This is a bitter blow to THIS Scooby Doo fan. I have an original sketch done and signed by him to me, and a few animated cels signed by him to me as well. My thoughts go:'( out to his family.

Duck ~ What a beautiful keep-sake to have.

This is really sad. R.I.P.:'(

This dude was great. I saw his name appear on credits for many different shows, including the Scooby-Doo series. May you rest peacefully, Mr. Takamoto.

I will post some pics of them later today.:frankiesmile:

AAHHHHH MY HEROES

THEY ARE DROPPING LIKE FLIES

D':

Here is my real treasure Carlaz:

http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c3...motoDaphne.jpg