Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa

Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa, born in 1973, is an American playwright, screenwriter, and comic book writer. He is best known for his work across multiple mediums, including television series such as *Glee*, *Big Love*, *Riverdale*, *Chilling Adventures of Sabrina*, and *Pretty Little Liars*, while also serving as Chief Creative Officer of Archie Comics. His path into comics began in the mid-2000s, writing for Marvel on titles like *Marvel Knights 4*, *Sensational Spider-Man*, and *Nightcrawler*. His signature style blends horror, teen drama, and character-driven storytelling, often collaborating with artists such as Francesco Francavilla. He co-created the acclaimed horror series *Afterlife with Archie* and *Chilling Adventures of Sabrina*, which reimagined classic Archie characters in darker, more mature narratives. His later career has focused on television, where he has been a key creative force behind the Archie Comics-inspired *Riverdale* and its spin-off *Chilling Adventures of Sabrina*. Aguirre-Sacasa has received multiple awards for his work in comics and television, solidifying his legacy as a writer who bridges indie horror sensibilities with mainstream pop culture.