Ben Oda (b. December 21, 1915 – d.November 1984) was a comic book letterer.
Professional History
Ben Oda lettered some of the early works of Jack Kirby. His work appeared in the EC Comics war comics of the 1950's. He also worked for the Chicago Tribune and King Features Syndicate, and eventually for DC Comics. He has been described by Andrew Helfer as the letterer who people turned to when a deadline would be hard to meet.
Personal History
Ben Oda served in the United States military as a paratrooper and spy, and was also played baseball part-time.
Work History
- Ben Oda/Cover Artist
- Ben Oda/Letterer
- Ben Oda's Images as a Cover Artist
- Ben Oda's Images as a Letterer
Trivia
A eulogy for Ben Oda, written by Andrew Helfer, appeared in the "Guest Meanwhile..." column in DC comics dated June 1985.