The Simpsons animator, character layout artist and assistant director Edwin E. Aguilar died in Los Angeles on Saturday, two days after having a stroke.
He was 46.While the news of Aguilar’s passing was first reported by The Hollywood Reporter, it was also noted on Sunday by The Simpsons executive producer, Matt Selman. “We @TheSimpsons family are mourning the loss of animator Edwin Aguilar,” he tweeted, “a talented artist and beloved fountain of love and inspiration to all.”Reportedly, Aguilar’s health had been on the decline for years, given his struggle with diabetes and heart issues.
Several years ago, the artist had a stroke, from which he recovered.Born in the San Miguel region of El Salvador in 1974, Aguilar gravitated toward comic
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