The ED PISKOR Memorial Panel from HeroesCon 2024

[@bobhoskins-kl6ue]

Ed got this 50 year old who had completely given up to start drawing again, I owe him

[@CamelClutchComics]

I'm from Pittsburgh and ran into Ed twice. Once at a local shop where I was too shy to approach since he was already having a conversation with the owner, a second time a few months later at a different shop where I only planned on saying that I enjoyed the KZbin channel and give him thanks. I truly was afraid of bothering him and planned on just giving the comment and going about my business. But he was such an insanely nice and passionate guy, he asked me what I was picking up and we ended up talking about Mark Texeira's art for a solid 20 mins. I'm a social guy and I don't tend to get very nervous, but I still couldn't believe how easy he was to talk to. His passion was absolutely contagious.

[@samhighvoltage]

Thanks for sharing bro

[@michaelhall7380]

I cried when Jim said those words at the start and Ed wasn't there to finish the intro. Thank you so much for uploading this. We all needed it. Thank you Jim.

[@carlramos9445]

when jim said "my name's jim rugg", i swear i heard ed say his iconic "i'm ed piskor" :((( the feels man

[@MichaelCoen-z7i]

Yeah. I had a tear

[@petez4608]

Same here. It’s like some beautiful audio version of gestalt psychology.

[@madbug1965]

Yeah, so strange to hear one but not the other...

[@RoguesGalleryD7]

Absolutely same for me, I heard Ed's response immediately. Thanks to Cartoonist Kayfabe for the hard work you guys have done over the years. There'll never be another like Ed Piskor, truly one of a kind. Thanks for spreading the good word and thanks for all the comics!

[@grahampearce3511]

That moment hit me too. RIP Eddie P

[@518freakshow4]

RIP to one of the classiest artist/commentators in the biz. KZbin will never be the same.

[@jr-zo9gi]

Ed’s sisters are the best. It’s wonderful to see them and to hear them speak so lovingly about their brother. His legacy is in good hands.

[@paulhardman2515]

I wish Ed would have hung on. I know he would have rebounded but the wave of vitriol was too strong. I don't know if he suffered from depression or mental illness as many artists do but I would have loved to have seen what he came up with next. This panel is very cathartic. Thanks to you all for doing this.

[@mikehailer9353]

Thank you, Jim. Rest in Peace, Ed.

[@letscompose8560]

Ed's passing seriously affected my life. Couldn't sleep for 2 months, I quit my jobs and rededicated my life to creating art. I don't care about his flaws, his art and life mattered.

[@RawPowerComics]

He wasn't flawed. The women who lied about him are.

[@AbsentMinded619]

And the specific comic pros he named in his last words who joined the pile-on and added several random false allegations just because of their jealous hatred of the poor guy.

[@rebeccapeters295]

I was also I tears for a couple months I watched from day one and everyday I looked forward to hanging with what I considered friends as I have no one to rap with about comics I’m still so upset he is a legend 😢

[@bradenhogan2]

That’s unhealthy

[@kinsmarts2217]

​@@AbsentMinded619You never apologize on the internet, to those who want to destroy you especially if you done nothing wrong, they (Ed included) kinda gave the system the apology it wanted to destroy him, if things didn't end the way they did, everyone involved with him would lose their contracts/positions.

[@Leotheanimal87]

This is beautiful! Thanks Jim! Hope you’re doing okay.

[@p2dgreenz]

Much love from ireland 🇮🇪the amount of people ed has inspired is staggering we have lost a true genius

[@SmokeyCronie666]

Its pretty wild how emotional you can get from those drums alone. I miss this. I miss Ed. Thank you for sharing this 🖤💛🖤 Ed Piskor will go down as one of the greatest American cartoonist. He won't be forgotten.

[@The_Ice_Cream_Police]

I miss the daily morning ritual of watching you guys so much. RIP Ed. And happy to see Jim in good spirits and recounting old stories.

[@skidspodcast1.0]

Same here, they were my morning or late night show. Miss it so much.

[@thelibrary8878]

Beautiful Beautiful Beautiful....Amazing to see Jim . I'm just starting to watch and my heart is filled with joy and sadness and JOY. CARTOONIST KAYFABE FOREVER.. ED PISKOR LIVES ⚡

[@greglane334]

Jim, hope you're doing okay. All the best from the Kayfabers, I'm sure I'm not alone in hoping you continue the channel. RIP Ed

[@sophia_comicart]

Agreed. Make more comics.

[@mandysageek5943]

A lovely tribute to a massive talent

[@TheFuersty]

It's still too sudden for me to be able to watch this, but I am so glad you did the panel and are sharing it with us!

[@Cjspectre7782]

This should be a celebration of Ed, with Ed being alive to hear these wonderful stories in person and insert his own anecdotes. Let this be a reminder to tell the people you love how much they mean to you as frequently as possible

[@themultiversalmagpie7827]

I only found this channel after he died, I’m sorry for what’s happened and I wish we could do more to celebrate his legacy and what he gave us

[@sophia_comicart]

Get stuck in, the wealth of knowledge and awareness of work they created is unparalleled. Enjoy.

[@kadegetslaid634]

I just found the channel, absolutely tragic, I'm gonna be going through the backlog, first comicstorian now him, losing so many awesome people

[@amedeomodigliani4389]

R.I.P. Ed Piskor, been torn up about this and I’m heartbroken and heartwarmed seeing this panel. 💙

[@jamesgildersleeve]

This is such a beautiful, loving tribute! My best thoughts are with all of Ed's family and good friends.

[@decomicssehablaasi]

Ed (and Jim) make a lot of folks grow and become better artists and comic fans, for sure I feel that way and very grateful for everything Jim and Ed discuss on the channel, even sharing their techniques, hope this continues! RIP ed

[@Major.Backwards]

Good to see you out and about Jim . Thanks for sharing this memorial for Ed. He is missed and will always be missed.

[@concr3t3]

The world is so much poorer without Ed in it. He was a once-in-a-generation voice. I only knew him through his work (I bought Wizzywig from him when he was publishing it himself, I will always treasure vol 2 with his signature and a sketch in it) so it's great to hear these stories and get a sense of the man he was. Thank you for doing this and putting it online.

[@Adeepdrive]

Ed will always be missed

[@TrxOnex]

Ed and Jim changed my life, thank you

[@sebastianmichaels143]

So happy you did this and posted it for us … Love seeing the progress photos! (Golly he was tall!) Still cannot fully believe Ed is gone. I spend part of every day with Jim & Ed. He feels like a close friend even though I was never able to meet him in person. What a tragic loss. Over nothing. It’s so damned sad.

[@NatsuMatto]

Still can't believe he's really gone... and I was nothing but a parasocial hanger-on. Can't imagine how his friends and family must feel. Thank you for this and thank you for keeping Ed's legacy alive.

[@karlbrubaker2593]

Thank you so much for posting this, Jim.

[@petez4608]

This channel has been pivotal in cultivating my love for storytelling and for drawing. Thank you Ed and Jim. Even as someone in his early 40’s, this channel nudged my life in a really satisfying direction.

[@ohwell2088]

Mine too! Discovered them in my teens and yeah, such an important part of my upbringing until now. Just goes to show you great artists inspire generations. Rip Ed

[@davidcosdesign6785]

Thank you, Jim. We miss you. Your art will live on as well as your inspiration.

[@bamma8slamma]

From Spain, Thank you, Jim, the Piskors and everyone affected by this horrible situation that find the strength to make stuff like this. Take care. Ed won't ever be forgotten.

[@johnyinnit]

Oh man I just found out, what sad news! Love to all you guys

[@junkdraw]

Kayfabe absolutely brought me back to drawing and reinvigorated my love of comics and art. Forever grateful

[@barvelo26]

Thank you to Jim and Piskar Family and get friends, this was a blessing to all the ed piskar fans! Thank you!

[@hisllagb]

One of the awful things about what happened is that i didn't even feel i could express my grief how i wanted at the time. Thank you for doing this. Ed was a real one.

[@cian_pb]

R.I.P Ed Around the age of 14, I stopped reading comics and started graffiti-writing; two interests that felt worlds apart to me at the time. I became fixated on old-school hiphop culture, style and imagery. Low-res copies of Wild Style and Style Wars were on heavy rotation. A few years later, on one occasional trip to the comic shop, I saw the first floppy issue of Hip-hop Family Tree on the new comic rack and it blew my mind! Ed did his HOMEWORK. I couldn't believe the amount of niche graff references throughout the entirety of HHFT. The whole Ed. P visual language spoke to me. Years later, I discovered Cartoonist Kayfabe, and it's the SAME GUY?! The body of work Jim and Ed have put into Cartoonist Kayfabe can't be overstated. I've learned so much about comics history and craft by watching CK daily and I'm excited to read/make more comics! My condolences to Ed's family and Jim

[@jonanjello]

Backyard train graffiti and creating books has provided me with immense purpose in life. I also know the culture and passion has saved the life of another fellow bencher. I miss Ed.

[@gerryhaskiell7330]

This channel has meant a lot to me over the past years. I looked forward to it every single day. I miss it. I miss Ed and Jimmy talking about comics and the artform that I love, and have loved the majority of my life. Thank you Jimmy. And thank you Ed. Just.... thank you.

[@danielslingsby2869]

I've had to pause the video, so I can watch it later tonight when no-one else is around and I can raise a glass to Ed's memory and his amazing work.

[@Pan_Georgiou]

RIP Ed yourself and Jim were the voice for those that love this amazing medium! I learnt so much from watching and obviously caught the Kayfabe effect and purchased many an obscure comic due to a video that you guys dropped ......I love this channel. I have watched it daily pretty much from the begining. I hope it continues so much!! Much love and READ MORE COMICS! x

[@ericyonge8242]

Thank you so much for posting this- I was sorry I couldn’t make the panel at Heroes Con. Like others are saying, Ed’s passing had a profound impact on me, but I’m thankful for what he gave to so many during his life. Jim, thank you for all you do and for helping make this panel happen. It was great to meet you at HC.

[@GoshDammItChloeAndBritt]

oh my gosh, I have just found this channel and it has become my absolute favorite,. Over the last month I have been taking in everything on this channel. It wasn't until just now I went to check your latest uploads. I am heartbroken and in tears.

[@HobbyistFreePress]

Rest in peace Ed. You and Jim changed my life for the better. Thanks for the knowledge, the passion, and the memories.

[@BrianRomeroArt]

Thanks for posting this panel. Rest in peace Ed, you are missed. I hope Cartoonist Kayfabe will continue and honor the hard work Ed and Jim put into this amazing channel.

[@crescentfreshsongs]

I'm still stunned by this. I had just been watching your MAD Magazine videos when I heard what happened. I'm not even a huge comics guy, I own precisely two comics (one was free and the other is part of my Elm Street collection), but I greatly enjoyed listening to Jim and Ed talk about them and share stories. RIP Ed. :(

[@azozazoz2000s]

Thank you Jim for doing this, and i wish you the very best in the future. Rest in peace, Ed.

[@henryferkey4505]

Thank you, for this, to everybody involved with it. I often think of the word "enthusiasm" when I think of Ed, and Jim, especially when they talk about making their own comics. I appreciate Jim talking about the importance of envisioning your goal, it cannot be over-stated.

[@blakevsblake]

What a great panel. Much love Jim. Thank you to CK for sharing your passions for comics with us. RIP Eddie P

[@dofstudio9978]

Feels good to see Jim doing well. RIP Ed.

[@litterboxstudios]

My deepest condolences to you all. This was a lovely tribute and I’m glad I could watch it.

[@giovanniricci2869]

It often happens to me during a day to think about Ed and to miss him. Apart from his art he and Jim were a regular part of my life, a part that I really enjoyed. Rest in peace Ed, you’ll be missed.

[@Oddernod]

7 minutes in and I have to stop - I'm so glad you all are remembering him and telling his stories in such an awesome way but I'm just not ready yet ♥

[@666Otomo]

I miss Ed. The comics world lost a great talent. I was so bothered by the news of his passing. I feel so bad for his sisters and his parents. :(

[@adamlemnah9150]

Beautiful tribute and so grateful to have been able to be there. Thanks for posting this Jim!

[@neoxbomb]

60 seconds in and I'm already crying.

[@dwsippel]

Very important to me that this video is here. Having his sisters on the panel brought everything in to the personal level, where it needed to be. Thanks to Jim for putting this out there for us to appreciate.

[@Heavymetalrille]

So happy to see this! This was very much needed for a lot of people. It did feel really weird not to hear Ed´s voice follow up after Jims introduction but in my mind i heard his voice. Rest in Piece ED, i hope you live on long in peoples minds and hearts!

[@etiennelecomte9068]

That was such a touching tribute it brought a tear to my eye. I've never met you guys (I live in the UK) but I felt like I did watching you everyday while hammering away at my drawing board as it felt like I was hanging out with you

[@deathtone1614]

Early this year I was in a bad way. I was lucky enough to have thought to reach out to someone. I spoke to my brother with whom I don’t particularly get along with. We’re like oil and water. Because of that I’m still here. Days later when Ed passed away I saw it how it affected people. Granted I’m no Eddie P. but I know there would have been those that would have been affected. If you need help reach out to a friend, a family member or a help line. People do care for you.

[@Jonalexher]

Rest in peace Ed... Your passion for comics and illustration really pushed mine a lot. I learned a lot from you guys, I just found out about the news but I've been following the channel for a really long time. Blessing to your family, I will be purchasing some of your comics in the near future, Ed.

[@jasongott1094]

RIP to Ed. He will be missed by anyone who loved the art of comics. Jim, I hope you keep the channel going in Ed's memory.

[@GD-lv8cc]

Something about the camaraderie of comic fans and the nostalgia of the books you all covered really makes Ed's passing hit home. It's losing a friend you never had but feel like you've known for years. Nothing but love for all you legends.

[@JSan-ek2np]

Losing Ed was like losing a friend. Someone so dear to my heart! I pray his soul finds peace. We miss you dearly every day!

[@androod6211]

Wonderful tribute. A reminder of what we're missing.

[@MondayNightComics]

i love you guys and miss you guys everyday.

[@CauldronBlack]

I discovered Cartoonist Kayfabe much later (only about a year and a half ago) when I was interested in their Peter Chung interviews. I like comics, but I am more into pulp art and loved that their channel offered both. I watched the first interview, then the second, then a different video and I slowly became so invested in the passion Jim and Ed exuded. I am so sorry for the Piskor family and the loss it is on the community. I am happy that there is a large backlog of content I can watch with Ed to always keep his impact alive.

[@RyanBrown314]

Thanks for this feels like a little closure

[@badbadandy73]

Thank you for sharing this Jim! I am not tearing up at all! Rest In Peace, Ed!

[@andybrining]

I didn't even get through the intro without getting misty eyed. Much love to you all, I can't wait to see you at the Eddie P. Comicon!

[@billrobfpc]

I was in a funk for days after the allegations and then for a couple weeks after the ultimate result with Ed's passing. I love this channel and I hope Jimmy finds a way to move forward. It will never be the same, but if the goal is the same, I'm here for it always.

[@r.paiaooliveira3228]

RIP to us all, in togetherness. And then let's be born again and start anew

[@SuperLaughHard]

I'm a Scottish fan and very thankful for this beautifully heartfelt tribute. Thanks for sharing this ❤ Rest In Pencils Ed x

[@glormymcglorm]

RIP Ed. Cartoonist Kayfabe was one of the few things I could actually look forward to during all the lockdowns and I learned more through this channel than I did during my entirety of art school and thanks for asking uncle Geoff about the john wick poster...I'm still convinced the camera we spoke about was used for that pixelated picture in Akira and I'm sorry you never got to talk shoot with Otomo about it.

[@jacklynch8612]

As a fan, I needed this. Thank you all ❤

[@konatelassina5301]

Lost another good one. RIP Ed.

[@keldel5758]

Haven’t been able to really watch the channel since the homie passed. Just eased back into it these past couple weeks or so, and this panel is a nice welcome back. It’s so bittersweet, but much needed. God bless y’all and God bless Eddie P🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@jikorijo4516]

RIP Ed. Thank you and Jim for Cartoonist Kayfabe. Thank you to the Piskor family for sharing your memories of Ed.❤

[@ilgrande22]

Thanks for putting this up Jim. RIP Eddie P.

[@Rosey-kp4ge]

Thank you so much for doing this and posting it. Thinking of you, Jim, and Ed’s family.

[@DomVonDoom]

Thank you Jim and friends! This was awesome in all the ways!

[@arniexvx9776]

I miss this channel's content SO so much

[@ZampanoTheGreat]

Cartoonist Kayfabe was one of the reasons why I started to draw during the dark days of the Covid lockdowns. You also rekindled my love for comics and graphic novels. You've had such a positive impact on my life and according to the other comments I'm sure that I'm not the only one. Thank you Ed. Thank you Jim. Thank you for your work and your passion. RIP Ed. Much love.

[@AlMaritato]

Thanks for this. I could feel the love in the room. It's still hard to accept Ed's passing. More tears flowed even during such an upbeat and loving tribute. RIP:EP

[@TheBastardsNetwork]

Wish you had more time. But what a pleasant discussion. Rip Ed Piskor. #readmorecomics

[@murrayk.morrison9673]

Just like grief, true talent never ceases nor fades away. My condolences to the Piskor family, and our comic book / artist families and community . A wonderful tribute and sharing of a man who will be missed, but never forgotten- RIP Ed.

[@daryleschroeder6299]

Thank you Jim for posting this. A fitting tribute to Ed's memory. Your videos together provided me with many happy hours of thought-provoking entertainment. Please continue your great work in some format on KZbin.

[@bryanrickard7712]

Without burdening Jim with the feelings of obligation, I really would like to see this channel continue as it was. Jim has tons of passion for comics and there are so many great interviews still out there to be done.

[@danielslingsby2869]

This.

[@jamesf8269]

Wat a Wonderful brilliant way to celebrate Ed’s life😢 thank you soo much for posting this!!!❤️

[@pontosfathompress]

Jim great to see you! Thanks for Posting this an amazing panel . Thanks everyone. Eddy P R.I.P.!

[@WestCoastDAVEngers]

This was such a loving tribute to Ed. He will be missed by so many, and will continue to inspire people for years. Thank you to the heroes family and thank you to Jim, Bri, Justine, Mahfood, Chris, and Fiffe❤

[@Benjamin-k7c9l]

Jim thanks for doing this there are no words for me when it comes to cartoonist kayfabe you guys schooled me on comics and inspired me daily I think about Ed so often to Jim and Ed's family I pray for you and your healing

[@therealmegabros]

Nice, love and peace everyone !! Long Live Ed P !!

[@koskazoli2841]

Last Sunday I was at a comic fair finding little obscure comic book issues and started to miss Jim and Ed's day to day enthusiasm on the subject. RIP Ed, Cartoonist Kayfabe will always be remembered!

[@KarlThompson-s7f]

Very pleased to see this and the mood of the panel. Sending love to you all. Jim, you're a top fella!

[@danelsen1278]

Cartoonist Kayfabe has been so important and enriching in my life ever since I stumbled upon the channel a few months after you started it (Jim’s 25 cent haul video was my first and I was instantly hooked). Being between Jim and Ed in age and scooping up all those Image books in the early 90’s I felt a camaraderie and connection to them as people. I gave up my dreams to become a cartoonist in high school to pursue becoming a musician, but comics never left my life. But my unending passion for comics grew a thousandfold through watching CK every day. I have been Kayfabe affected to the moon and looked forward to each video, knowing my knowledge would be expanded yet again. Ed’s passing really hit me hard. I wanted to comment on every video Jim posted after Ed’s passing but was too broken up to type the words, until now. Ed and Jim are the kind of truly selfless people who only want to spread the gospel of good comics and devotion to your craft. I will watch these videos over and over for the rest of my life, and not a day will go by that I won’t think of Ed and how he touched my life along with so many others. It was a beautiful panel and some small amount of closure that this whole community needed. Thank you Jim and the Piskor gals and his tightest bros for doing this. Okay, time to dry my tears and go read a comic.

[@hiliterature]

Thank you, Jim. Getting to talk with you at HC meant a lot to me, thank you for taking the time. Hope you got to try adding espresso powder to your bakes and that it turned out well. Love you, Ed, miss you every day 💛🖤

[@gogopartytime]

This was beautiful! Thanks for sharing and can't wait for The Eddie P Comic Con 🖤💛

[@salvadorlavado8132]

RIP Eddie P

[@jeremytaylor5092]

Thank you to everyone who that we’re involved in this memorial

[@vinnyolmsted8018]

Thank you for posting this. I really feel like there's been a chunk missing from my day to day life since the new videos ended. R.I.P. to Ed and much love to his friends and family. I'm also hoping we eventually get to hear more comics commentary from you, Jim, but I understand why you would want to keep a low profile for a while. I hope you're doing well and know how special your collaboration with Ed was.