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THE PASSING OF MICHEAL HALPERIN: Read his Obituary, his 1982 "Masters of the Universe" Bible and the story behind it (in his own words) in honor of Michael's passing.

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Michael Halperin is no longer with us. The legendary creator of the "Masters of the Universe" Bible (as well as the vintage minicomics and so much more), a man so instrumental to the brand we love, has sadly passed away at age 91. Here is his obituary: Michael Halperin ObituaryIt is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Michael Halperin (Los Angeles, California), who passed away at the age of 91, on February 25, 2026. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with…


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A legend of MOTU ! Very interesting and enjoyable background stories, thank you for this.



   
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RIP



   
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Great post AJ

We lost another great guy. He-Man wouldn't be He-Man without him.


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Legends we have lost so far:

Linda Gary
Lou Scheimer
Mark Taylor
John Erwin
Michael Halperin



   
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@vintagetyler this makes me feel old…



   
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Rest In Peace, Mr. Halperin. Thank you for your part in shaping my childhood!



   
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@vintagetyler this makes me feel old…

We are old. Lol

 



   
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Thank you for this. I never heard of Michael Halperin until today. Now I will never forget him



   
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Thank you for this. I never heard of Michael Halperin until today. Now I will never forget him

Same here. I deeply love the lore he created; its fascinating how many creative people where instrumental in perfecting MOTU in the 80s.

 



   
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They simply don't make people like this anymore. 



   
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good journey



   
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This is what happens when we get older. We lose all our heroes.

I have been staring down my own mortality lately and it is scary.



   
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