Last year I dedicated a series of posts for a “Dwayne McDuffie Week” honoring the late/great writer. Unfortunately due to unforeseen circumstances I wasn’t able to devote time to properly write up a week’s worth of pieces, but I’d be incredibly remiss if I didn’t in some way pay tribute today on the 8th anniversary of McDuffie’s passing.
To that end I have compiled a collection of select tweets from 2011, when news broke that McDuffie had passed away, from various professionals, some who knew Dwayne personally but all who had incredible respect and admiration for the man. The tweets I highlighted represent just a tiny fraction of the outpouring of love for McDuffie throughout social media that day. I like to think he would be pleased to hear he was among the top trending topics of the day alongside “Justin Bieber’s new haircut” and the band “Phish.”
Words fail me to properly convey just how much McDuffie meant to me, both as a writer and a person, so just for today I’ll let others do it for me. Make no mistake, not a day goes by that I don’t think about Dwayne.
I encourage everyone to support the Dwayne McDuffie Fund to help continue McDuffie’s vision and legacy.
Just heard the talented Dwayne McDuffie has died. He was at times my employer, my friend, my inspiration. I am utterly stunned by this. RIP.
— Len Wein (@LenWein) February 22, 2011
Devastated at the passing of Dwayne McDuffie. Colleague, friend and wonderful soul.
— Paul_Dini (@Paul_Dini) February 22, 2011
I am shocked and so very sad to hear of the death of my friend, an extraordinary writer and kind person, Dwayne McDuffie.
— Dee Bradley Baker (@deebradleybaker) February 23, 2011
So sorry to hear of Dwayne McDuffie's passing. Lovely man, super talent.
— Rob Paulsen (@yakkopinky) February 23, 2011
https://twitter.com/GailSimone/status/40324842666332160
https://twitter.com/SotoColor/status/40476125482192897
RIP, Dwayne McDuffie.
— Dave McCaig (@DaveMcCaig) February 22, 2011
https://twitter.com/astrobrain/status/40143861581873152
I don't even know how to write this. Dwayne McDuffie has passed away. My thoughts and prayers go out to his wife.
— yost (@yost) February 22, 2011
Just discovered that Dwayne McDuffie died. Utterly gutted. Guy was a friend and a genius. Rest in peace, sir.
— Tony Lee (@mrtonylee) February 22, 2011
RIP Dwayne McDuffie. I worked with him on a series based on the Milestone characters that never got produced. A super nice, sweet guy. :(
— David Wise (@DavidWiseSF) February 22, 2011
https://twitter.com/dividepictures/status/40475140621869056
“@THR: Comics and Animation Writer Dwayne McDuffie Dies http://j.mp/gXWuKL” R.I.P. Dwayne.
— Maria Canals-Barrera (@Maria_CB) February 23, 2011
RIP Dwayne McDuffie. You will be missed.
— ralphgarman (@RalphGarman) February 23, 2011
So sorry to hear about Dwayne McDuffie. My thoughts and prayers to his loved ones.
— Scott Snyder (@Ssnyder1835) February 22, 2011
Very sad to hear about Dwayne McDuffie passing away. Am actually really shocked and saddened by this. Rest In Peace. He was really fun guy.
— Millarworld (@mrmarkmillar) February 22, 2011
R.I.P. Dwayne McDuffie. Great writer, great guy and a huge loss.
— Geoff Johns (@geoffjohns) February 22, 2011
Very shocked by the sad death of Dwayne McDuffie. Condolences to his family and friends. His voice lives on in the work he leaves behind.
— Grant Morrison (@grantmorrison) February 22, 2011
https://twitter.com/gregpak/status/40156682818560000
Terrible news about Dwayne McDuffie. Condolences to all who knew him.
— Rob Williams (@Robwilliams71) February 22, 2011
All of us here at DH are saddened to hear the terrible news about Dwayne McDuffie. Our condolences go out to his family, friends and fans.
— Dark Horse Comics (@DarkHorseComics) February 22, 2011
RIP Dwayne McDuffie. As many have said, go read one of his comics, watch one of his cartoons, celebrate his life and his contributions.
— Ryan Penagos (@AgentM) February 22, 2011
RIP Dwayne McDuffie. An incredibly talented creator and genuinely kind human being. Thoughts with his loved ones.
— Ben Morse (@BenJMorse) February 22, 2011
I'm shocked by the news of Dwayne McDuffie's sudden passing. My thoughts are with his family and friends during this difficult time.
— Mel Caylo (@melcaylo) February 22, 2011
Great stuff by Dwayne McDuffie: Static, Icon, Damage Control, Fantastic Four…add more.
— Stephen Wacker (@StephenWacker) February 22, 2011
https://twitter.com/jpalmiotti/status/40152331907497984
RIP Dwayne McDuffie. Met him only once but he seemed like a nice guy. And I always enjoyed his work. Real shame.
— Frank Tieri (@FrankTieri) February 22, 2011
Our thoughts go out to the friends and family of Dwayne McDuffie.
— Marvel Entertainment (@Marvel) February 22, 2011
[Austin] Condolences to the friends and family of Dwayne McDuffie http://bit.ly/dYgTt6
— DC (@DCOfficial) February 22, 2011
Man, RIP Dwayne McDuffie. The man had been doing some amazing animation work these last few years.
— Jason Aaron (@jasonaaron) February 22, 2011
https://twitter.com/wilw/status/40142216617791488
Loved Dwayne McDuffie, the guy and his work. Deepest sympathies to his family.
— robliefeld (@robertliefeld) February 22, 2011
Just got back from lunch to hear the horrible horrible news about Dwayne McDuffie. I am in tears.
— Heidi MacDonald (@Comixace) February 22, 2011
https://twitter.com/KurtBusiek/status/40137250721370112
https://twitter.com/amymebberson/status/40138038864515072
So sad. He trust me enough 2 give me my first job @ milestone RT @CBR: Milestone Creator Dwayne McDuffie has Died http://on.cbr.cc/hLi4XJ
— humberto ramos (@humberto_ramos) February 22, 2011
we put damage control in new avengers 1 this year. i didn't know dwayne mcduffie i hope he enjoyed that.
— BRIAN MICHAEL BENDIS (@BRIANMBENDIS) February 22, 2011
So, aside from feeling completely helpless, the thing to do today is read a Dwayne McDuffie comic.
— Phillip Hester (@philhester) February 22, 2011
Oh my god. This is horrible. “@CBR: BREAKING: Milestone Creator Dwayne McDuffie has Died http://t.co/YGJwZs6”
— Christopher Eliopoulos (@ChrisEliopoulos) February 22, 2011
https://twitter.com/theblairbutler/status/40490569415270400
Shocked and saddened by the death of Dwayne McDuffie. I just had a photo session with him last week.
— SethKushner (@sethkushner) February 22, 2011
https://twitter.com/theironwrist/status/40153675775225857
https://twitter.com/samliu/status/40140820770328576?s=20
https://twitter.com/b0bg00dman/status/40273036284403713
My deepest sympathy to the family of Dwayne McDuffie.
— Whilce Portacio (@WhilcePortacio) February 23, 2011
RIP Dwayne McDuffie. The mark you made is huge and lasting. You'll be greatly missed.
— Tom Raney (@TomRaney_art) February 22, 2011
https://twitter.com/gabrielhardman/status/40139888829399040
https://twitter.com/ChrisSamnee/status/40150054358614016
https://twitter.com/DocShaner/status/40137117266878464
https://twitter.com/haleshannon/status/40257936122974208
https://twitter.com/Philjimeneznyc/status/40247903909838848
https://twitter.com/kwanzer/status/40148078468145152
https://twitter.com/jakeboyslim/status/40146122395750401
https://twitter.com/DavidGallaher/status/40139568867061760
Wow, been on a plane all day & just heard about Dwayne McDuffie…sincerest condolences to his family & loved ones.
— Christos Gage (@Christosgage) February 23, 2011
Never got to meet Dwayne, but was a big fan and I had just got done telling a friend how perfect All-Star Supes was. RIP Dwayne McDuffie
— Mitch Gerads (@MitchGerads) February 22, 2011
https://twitter.com/bergopolis/status/40155374564814848
So much of my son's favorite animation was written by Dwayne McDuffie. He did some amazing work.
— Alex Grecian (@alexgrecian) February 22, 2011
It's shocking to think I saw Dwayne McDuffie just last week. A huge loss not just for comics/animation, but for entertainment at large.
— Jonah Weiland (@jonahweiland) February 22, 2011
https://twitter.com/Paul_Cornell/status/40162382911115264
Sad to hear about Dwayne McDuffie.
— Dave Gibbons (@davegibbons90) February 22, 2011
https://twitter.com/deantrippe/status/40190282792316928
https://twitter.com/deantrippe/status/40162403786170368
https://twitter.com/phillamarr/status/40199823546265600
https://twitter.com/slack2thefuture/status/40174786269286400
Dwayne’s run on Deathlok (the Michael Collins version) is highly underrated. In particular, the issue guest-starring the Black Panther (#22) has a take on Wakanda’s scope, majesty and importance to the black experience that feels like the movie eventually did.
What is the credit for the touching header art you used, please?
Johanna
That would be story the Static Shock Special written by Matt Wayne and art by John Paul Leon
Thanks!
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