Jackie Ormes
Zelda “Jackie” Ormes is widely considered the first syndicated African
American female cartoonist. Her creations–Torchy Brown, Patty Jo ‘n’ Ginger,
and Candy appeared in as many as 14 Black-owned newspapers during the ’40s, ’50s
and ’60s.
American female cartoonist. Her creations–Torchy Brown, Patty Jo ‘n’ Ginger,
and Candy appeared in as many as 14 Black-owned newspapers during the ’40s, ’50s
and ’60s.
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Jackie Ormes
Zelda “Jackie” Ormes is widely considered the first syndicated African
American female cartoonist. Her creations–Torchy Brown, Patty Jo ‘n’ Ginger,
and Candy appeared in as many as 14 Black-owned newspapers during the ’40s, ’50s
and ’60s.
American female cartoonist. Her creations–Torchy Brown, Patty Jo ‘n’ Ginger,
and Candy appeared in as many as 14 Black-owned newspapers during the ’40s, ’50s
and ’60s.
Read more about her here:
Popular Topics
Overstreet Access Quick Links
