Tony Millionaire

Tony Millionaire, born in 1956, is an American cartoonist, illustrator, and author best known for his syndicated comic strip *Maakies* and the *Sock Monkey* series of comics and picture books. His career in comics began in the late 1990s, and he has worked as an artist, colorist, inker, letterer, and writer on 27 issues between 1998 and 2026. His most credited titles include *Tony Millionaire's Sock Monkey*, *Sock Monkey*, *Dirty Stories*, *FBI•Mini*, *Green Eggs and Maakies*, and *Drinky Crow's Maakies Treasury*. Millionaire's signature style blends intricate, old-fashioned pen-and-ink linework with darkly humorous, often surreal storytelling—a combination that has earned him a devoted following. He is noted for his collaborations with fellow cartoonists and for co-creating the beloved characters Drinky Crow and Uncle Gabby. In later life, Millionaire has continued to produce new work, maintaining a steady output of comics and illustrations. His contributions to the medium have been recognized with major awards, including multiple Eisner Awards and Harvey Awards, solidifying his legacy as a distinctive voice in alternative comics.