Tom Yeates

Tom Yeates was born on January 19, 1955, in the United States. He is best known for his work as an illustrator on the newspaper comic strips *Prince Valiant* and *Zorro*, and for his extensive contributions to adaptations of characters created by Edgar Rice Burroughs. Yeates entered the comics field in the early 1980s, and his career as an artist, inker, colorist, and occasional writer spanned nearly four decades, from 1980 to 2017. His signature style—detailed, dynamic, and rooted in adventure storytelling—was particularly well-suited to the fantasy and pulp genres. Among his most notable comic book credits are *The Saga of Swamp Thing* for DC Comics, where he worked alongside writer Alan Moore, and the creator-owned series *Timespirits*, which he co-created with writer Steve Perry. Yeates also contributed to *Jurassic Park* adaptations and the anthology *Comics Revue*. Later in his career, he continued to draw *Prince Valiant* and *Zorro* strips, maintaining their classic visual traditions. While he did not receive major industry awards, his steady, reliable work on long-running strips and licensed properties earned him respect among peers and readers. Tom Yeates remains a respected figure in both newspaper comics and comic books, known for his clean linework and faithful adaptations.