News: Akira Toriyama's Final Comments Revealed + MORE

Late Dragon Ball Creator Akira Toriyama's Final Comments Revealed in an interview, his lifetime achievement award, AND his involvement on Dragon Ball Daima and Dragon Ball Super Manga Chapter 103 Preview Drafts. Thanks.
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[@JamieSnowdenYT]

Thank you Toriyama!

[@SpammytheHedgehog]

Yes. His work created half the pop culture that exists today.

[@roachfamily2434]

For Dr. Slump and all the works you reused Dr. Slump plot points for like everything after Dr. Slump.

[@theveryproudmoroccan2834]

Thank you master Akira Toriyama!RIP Legend🙏🏻💙

[@theveryproudmoroccan2834]

Thank you master Akira Toriyama! RIP Legend🙏🏻💙

[@Kaioshynn]

[@juansanchez209]

I got a rare chance to see/meet Toriyama at a press event in NYC way back in 2002. Still a treasured memory all these years later

[@Geekdom101]

YOU WERE AT THAT!? WOW! IM JEALOUS LEGIT!

[@anotherrandomguy6045]

Dude that must have been awesome

[@TheActionTourist]

Elaborate? This is like saying you met Santa Claus or bigfoot. On the edge of my seat rn

[@memelord6335]

I was born that year man, shits crazy man, for me especially, toriyama passed away and literally the very next day, my great grandfather passed away, he was 101, my heart hurts right now, I pray for Akira toriyamas family and any fans like me dealing with this loss, this truly is an end of an era, but Toriyama trusted him so I trust Toyotaro to continue the Legacy with true saiyan pride!

[@kabukiknight4902]

Lucky dude

[@Ollyjohnson]

The sheer breadth of Akira Toriyama's influence on the world is staggering. The landscape of art throughout the world will never be the same for his presence.

[@danteshollowedgrounds]

My thoughts exactly.

[@CragusMaximus19]

Have u seen the Argentina turnout? Covering the whole streets! Truly impressive!

[@gensteps923]

He said he never really watched the Anime like that, but, he also said that he went to see the Super Hero Movie after it was finished, and he was very moved by it and got emotional. Toriyama, in that moment, he was just like us. He sat and watched his Favorite character, and geeked out as a Fan watching him becoming Orange Piccolo. He was happy. He loved what he created. RIP Legend

[@Sadiqyyy]

Was piccolo his favorite character?

[@strenuousspider9525]

@@Sadiqyyy Yes and No, King Piccolo was his favorite.

[@gensteps923]

@@strenuousspider9525 no, Piccolo in general is his favorite character he said it in a one of his most recent interview after Super Hero Movie

[@gensteps923]

@@Sadiqyyy Yes he said Piccolo is his favorite character he ever created, because Piccolo reminds him of himself, very quiet and stoic. He wanted to make the entire Super Hero Movie around his favorite character, but the editors at toei suggested incorporating Gohan, which turned his vision of a Piccolo Movie into a Piccolo and Gohan Movie

[@songoku9348]

There will *NEVER* be another Toriyama. Ever. He was one of a kind.

[@f10pped36]

He's definitely a one in a millenia type of person. To completely revolutionize an entire cultures all over the world

[@A_child_of_the_3_and_1-np8tm]

Toyable

[@ultimatebadass1968]

@A_child_of_the_3_and_1-np8tm he is good just not him toriyama was him in carnet

[@owlbot9636]

@@A_child_of_the_3_and_1-np8tm toyable is a cheap copy. Not even remotely close.

[@unknownplayer10k]

Hajime Isayama.... I would say we already have a better one but less experienced

[@Guru_jay]

Toriyama the type of guy to make cool explosions but never look back type vibe now. Makes him more of legend lol

[@AnikinSolo19]

Rip Akira Toriyama sensei and condolences to all of us fans

[@FredCracklin]

I wonder if his declining health had an impact on making Goku in effect a kid again for Daima, essentially returning things to the origin point for Dragonball in some ways and leaving the world with the character he originally fell in love with writing.

[@NitwitsWorld]

Most likely. Feels bad man 😢

[@FrancisGo.]

This video includes a speech written by Toriyama himself. He clearly explains that Daima was originally going to happen without him, but he gradually started putting more input into it. I think the studio wanted something to help younger kids find their own path into the fandom.

[@renamon1983]

His health wasnt declining. He passed of an Acute Subdural Hematoma. There is two types. Chronic and Acute. Chronic is when a collection of blood builds up in the skull that puts pressure on the brain but it happens and heals but a bump to the head could open it back up. But an Acute is caused by a hit to the head. Maybe a fall or slip in the tub, and getting up thinking "im fine" and going about your day and pass in your sleep.

[@jasonhearn5818]

​@@FrancisGo.Typically corporate greed doing what they want and not what the fans wanted continuing DBS anime

[@espressohulk]

@@renamon1983His health wasn't the best and was declining as most DBS chapters were delayed quite often.

[@travv88]

lol creator of Dragon Ball "yea sorry not really into anime". that's wild

[@Hungary_0987]

Lol, fr

[@Geekdom101]

a few diff manga guys are like that. he was too busy writing the story

[@afighterinthecauseofgod7988]

this reminds me of Messi when he was asked "do you watch a replay of your matches " and he said "No"

[@kcgetmoney]

To him, this was a job. His job was to create the manga. Not watch the anime lol.

[@travv88]

true it makes sense when you think of it like that. was just funny to hear it how i did when watching the video. @@kcgetmoney

[@Eminster]

Toriyama was so humble. Rip legend

[@lokylock2287]

Still can't believe he's gone man, I do have a lil bit of worries as to what ahead for the franchise. Been rocking with dragon ball for 26 years of my 30 year life, I jus hope we continue to see the characters we know in love in the future take the main stage again as a weekly anime and monthly jump ❤

[@ogaimon3380]

nothing to worry,franchise was kind of finished with dbz anyway,the content is there and it's good,there will always be new video games that perfect graphics/new way to play,maybe we'll get thing like db gt,but dragon ball is a complete franchise,maybe they could redo dragon ball z or super with better animation or 24 ep/season thing

[@AbdullahIbnAbdullah-pk1kf]

Like wise, I’m 32 I was probably around seven when introduced to Z, my uncle introduced me in my brother, while at my grandfather’s house one day, and we was instantly hooked, later on as a teenager I got into Naruto and it is what reawakened my love for Anime. And I have been an avid fan of all things anime ever since. But it never would have started without dragon ball. I may just name my next son Akira, because my wife would never let me name him Goku Or Toriyama, rip Akira Toriyama. You may never knew of how big your impact have been on young man, the last 40 years, but I pray, then angels let you see now, how much you mean to us all. RIP

[@jlavigne1155]

As long as his legacy stays in tact

[@rocketmanart7964]

Toyotaro will make Akira Toriyama proud 👏 I have faith.

[@Pauldoesclaymation]

Idk

[@walkthroughstation8839]

Hey man much love from Greece we will honor his memory by continuing supporting dragon ball like always

[@mrshwifty6469]

Ερώτηση , δεν ζω πλέον Ελλάδα, έκαναν κάποιο tribute εκεί ? Πολλές χώρες έκαναν αναφορές στο θάνατο του και το έργο του .

[@walkthroughstation8839]

@@mrshwifty6469 από όσο γνωρίζω όχι αδελφέ τουλάχιστον στην Μυτιλήνη που είμαι εγώ αλλά σίγουρα θα κάναν κάτι

[@tablekun5014]

Όχι αλλά όλοι μας έχουμε την χαρά μας για αυτόν τον άνθρωπο που καλυτερέψει την παιδική μας ηλικία

[@mightymurph3949]

A manga chapter every week for years is mind boggling. It takes me a week to fully flesh out one piece of concept art for an idea. He really was something phenomenal.

[@Jiron127]

Back then manga chapters were shorter. Especially those in shonen jump.

[@specialnewb9821]

​@@Jiron127the 5 namekian minutes is probably about how long it takes a manga reader to get through the rest of the fight.

[@sophiadebar382]

@@Jiron127only by like 5 pages. Still crazy

[@Gordonfreeman551]

Hey guys I just notice he was a guy who made anime, what a loser right?? GAHAHAHAHHAHAHAHH! He’s dead, he’s dead bro, he’s dead.

[@DrRhyhm]

@@sophiadebar382 db had 14 pages per chapter

[@jongriggs6622]

Rip Sensei Toriyama. Hope you made it through the checkout line already & are you enjoying paradise. Please put in a good word w/ King Yemma.

[@DaDrumerBoi]

Facts

[@21Savage-DB7ZS]

This is chilling, these are Toriyama's final words to all of us. God it's so sad, rest in sweet heavenly peace Toriyama 🐉🟠❤️

[@A_child_of_the_3_and_1-np8tm]

Is he in heaven?

[@hollyfalk1753]

​@@A_child_of_the_3_and_1-np8tmmy thoughts exactly, if he didn't know the way the truth and the life...

[@21Savage-DB7ZS]

@@A_child_of_the_3_and_1-np8tm That's up to the LORD, not me.

[@21Savage-DB7ZS]

@@hollyfalk1753 Well God decides that we don't know what Toriyama believed in his final years of life, he very well could have found Him.

[@carlossebastiannecroticgot7232]

I don't care i love it

[@ChristianTheCunningham]

He accidentally influenced generations of people world wide. Love how humble he is. He will never be gone, us fans won’t allow it.

[@HappyLilJimmy]

I was touched by Toriyama, especially when I was younger, still remember watching DBZ on the couch as a kid , RIP too a great man, never been touched like that before and will never be again .

[@TheFoodReviewGuys]

Weirdly worded 😂

[@BrooklynStarFTLK]

@@TheFoodReviewGuysong bro rephrase this

[@LordMalice6d9]

No one willever be able to write Dragonball in the whimsical, gag-filled, and adventurous series like Akira Toriyama could. I don't think Dragonball will ever be the same without him.

[@alexapex4836]

He really didn’t take much pictures I always wondered why we rarely seen his face ima really miss this dude bruh he shaped my entire childhood

[@derickferris3650]

My memory of Akira toriyama sensei. Is my earliest of the show I was at school and hear other kids talk about dragon ball. At the time I didn’t have much friends. I got home pop on the tv and I remember what episode it was Majin vegeta vs Buu. I was hook ever since. I got my little brother into and now my daughter. I also developed many friends thanks to dragon ball. Thank you Akira toriyama sensei ❤️❤️❤️🔥🙏🏾🙏🏾🐐

[@flippy6952]

I'm 35. My grandparents passed away a few years ago and I got a bit sad and kept to myself. But when Toriyama passed I definitely cried. I didn't realize how much he meant to me but I watched his worked since I was 5 and it has been my escape all these years later. Rest well legend.

[@AkeenFreysAndracos]

"amable" is like "amabile" in italian, meaning one very kind person

[@danielsantiagourtado3430]

He Will be missed SO much. He inspired countless people and Made their lives brighter. RIP Toriyama sensei❤❤❤🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@XZAVIER-DAA-GOD]

It is crazy he saw super sonic 1st then super Saiyan in live action

[@XZAVIER-DAA-GOD]

I meant we*

[@MyLife-og2kr]

For you. I didn't know super sonic was a thing until late 2000s.

[@danteshollowedgrounds]

That's Amazing not gonna lie

[@danteshollowedgrounds]

@@MyLife-og2kr I mean you do now though right? Lol

[@XZAVIER-DAA-GOD]

@@MyLife-og2kr so what, I didn't know what a ssj was untill DBZ Kai & what super sonic was untill Sonic X

[@SlimeBlueMS]

Toriyama taught me to never stop pushing myself, the next level is just one hard battle away. Thank God for Akira Toriyama. I haven't felt right since he died. I didn't know it was possible to miss someone so much that I've never met.

[@mutasimmuhammad9672]

Didn't know final fantasy was inspired by Akira Toriyama I love those games

[@kickdreaming]

THANK TORIYAMA SENSEI FOR EVERYTHING! YOU WILL BE MISSED BUT NEVER FORGOTTEN. 🙏🏽 NAMASTE 🙏🏽 FROM BROOKLYN.

[@briankao6833]

Toriyama is truly the Walt Disney and Stan Lee of our time. Even though I heard that Toriyama tries to move away from dragon ball this comment shows how he can still get immerse with it, which he still cares about his work to a degree.

[@user-bq2wr5yf7j]

On behalf of the entire Dragon Ball community and all anime communities, we thank you Toriyama Sensei for shaping our childhood. Your work will be loved forever, may the doors of the beyond open for all the good that has been made possible thanks to it🕊🕊🕊🕊🕊🕊🕊🕊🕊🕊🕊🕊🕊🕊🕊🕊🕊

[@MrMelindru]

If he knew he was about or could pass away, he might probably have wrapped things around with his most trusted team. So hopefully for the next following years we will still have stories and ideas from Toriyama himself. That would be great.

[@Effyeah]

I hope he's up there w King Kai looking back at us all.. 🙃✨🪽

[@josephbacon9920]

Yeah at 10 times gravity he won't be able to move his head

[@user-zs6wo3yw4k]

You hope he's "up there" in a fictional universe he created?

[@silly_pigeon]

@@josephbacon9920 toriyama could manage.

[@zh7334]

With joji yanami the actor of kaio sama that died a few years ago

[@Effyeah]

@@user-zs6wo3yw4k i know he died, but is this it? A body meat and bones that decay and that's it? I hope that he gets reborn as a young soul in this world and experience dragon ball all over again. Or idk if that's ridiculous, but ik it's all wishful thinking, but even if he's dead, even if this is it.. i hope.. some semblance of his being.. can experience or be aware of how the whole world loves what he has done.. in his lifetime. And maybe feel happy. That he's done it.. he did his part, it's our turn now.. it's on us now to take the legacy forward. And so we will.. for that we owe to dragon ball for making our childhood amazing.. and it's all thanks to akira toriyama.

[@ghosttemplar6989]

Just amazes me how only a show just 30 minutes to an hour a day brought us all together Akira was more than a man he was a Gem, a star in his own right but he never sought the to shine...he just made others shine around him I believe.

[@bguest23]

It makes sense more and more why the manga was on autopilot for the past year with the Supehero re-telling

[@suplexcityzo]

Much love. Recently left Twitter so I’ll be finding most of this information out from your channel. My trusty Dragon Ball source. So thank you. Be sure to take care as well Geekdom. We will forever appreciate Toriyama’s work & his impact on us.

[@bryanhicks3407]

Rest easy Toriyama! The influence and memories your work brought will always be cherished. 😢

[@gomguppie2]

I hope he gave toyotoro references and guide lines how to continue dragonball

[@vizzyjay1357]

Im sure they had a contingency plan in place for this so they could stay grounded

[@stoney1644]

I grew up watching you in highschool and now I'm back to mourn the passing of the legend here on your channel. Grateful to have been blessed with his art and to have it spawn your channel to get my news on the universe we all love...

[@Frosty42047]

As an Artist and Dragon Ball Artist myself man Id love to have one of Toryiamas Drawing Pens, To think of what this man made and the impact it had on whole World all deriving from Pen by his hand its very inspiring ngl, Im not gunna say I havnt made my own Story and often thought about trying to draw it out in Comic or Manga purely inspired by Dragon Ball… To think of what Toryiama and a Pen n Paper led to, Im an artist and still Comic/Manga seems tough enough to keep me from Starting my own but perhaps someday, Likely wont matter, So many Comics/Mangas done by people nowadays starting one myself likely wouldnt lead to much regardless of how well story may be fleshed out, Still Toryiamas Pens and Pencils are truly priceless treasures in todays world, Toryiamas impact on this world was so immeasurable that his passing is proving even more so immeasurably heartbreaking to people all over the world, I hope that hes resting peacefully after pushing himself mentally for so long to provide us with Dragon Ball weve all come to love so much, But at least he enjoyed what he did, Truly wont ever be another like him… RIP Akira Toryiama…

[@rz7179]

Big ups to you Geekdom and of course, Toriyama himself R.I.P.

[@blaketindle4703]

Toriyama was indeed very humble. Always gave others their due credit.

[@TGIF410]

Been a DB fan since middle school. I remember going to the local library after school and discovering the manga section with DBZ immediately grabbing my interest before others. Toriyama’s death definitely hit me hard, but I just wanna say shout out to you man. You’re countless videos on the franchise over the years has been a testament to the creativity of Toriyama and now serve as a fitting tribute to his legacy. Stay strong dude 🙌🏾

[@tylercoon1791]

It’s nice that Toriyama helped design the ‘mechas’ for Daima. He had a really knack for drawing machines and vehicles, motorcycles especially. Also ‘amiable’ is a word. It means pleasant or friendly.

[@kaiserknuckle9261]

Damn the fact that he knew that he was on the way out hurts even more dude earned more than just a lifetime award he earned the respect of millions around the world and if you ask me that is a bigger deal than a trophy

[@re11o]

Ngl I wasn’t originally planning on watching Daima but now I DEFINITELY will be tuning in💯

[@chriscorman734]

Excellent post. For me Toriyama will always be about my youngest son bonding over Dragon Ball. So much more than a cartoon. As the Beatles wrote "The love you take is equal to the love you make" he left us with lots of ❤

[@jacobrivera1721]

Rip akira toriyama thank you for giving us a greatest anime

[@BeautifulShine935]

Thank you so much, Toriyama. And thanks, man, for giving us some info about this. RIP Akira Toriyama💙🕊🐉

[@goldenyak629]

lol, I love that so much. "I have never had much interest in anime." -Akira Toriyama

[@LokoJoe6]

7:34 Absolutely man, people here organized a reunion to made a symbolic homage to Toriyama doing a Genkidama, i wasn't there but i saw the videos and pics, journalist said they're 20.000 people just because of love for Toriyama and DB, that made me tear up 😢, RIP Toriyama sensei Watching Daima will hit different eventually man

[@brandonsutton3714]

Whoaaa, 785k subs? Holy crap man, I remember when you were in the tens of thousands. I haven't really watched in a while, but big congrats bud! What a blow. First Miura, and now Toriyama...fucking sad times.

[@xenotheanalyst]

It was poetic. First time I see db content from a KZbinr it’s geekdom. First time I see the news toriyama died- It was geekdoms thumbnail. Been watching the OG since I was a fucking freshman I think. Love you brother! Always will. Rip Akira toriyama. If it wasn’t for him our childhoods wouldn’t def not have been as awesome. And I would have never spent all those years watching geekdom. Till the very end brothers ❤❤

[@chopstickstv5714]

I still can't believe it....his last words really felt heavy to read But even if its gonna be a hard watch I am gonna fully enjoy DragonBall Daima Thanks for everything Grandmaster and Sensei rest in paradise my idol❤️

[@MattyJBass]

Without Toriyama, there’s so much I wouldn’t have in my life. Thank you, for everything. Rest in Peace.

[@jordangreen7430]

when his death was announced the day after my birthday it broke my heart, dragon ball has always been a big part of my life he was an amazing man. I've never been anywhere close to this sad over a celebrity death.

[@unclebobboomergames]

Chrono Trigger was the first piece of his work i got into. Right before DBZ. DBZ had been on a bit before i found it in like 97. But the dude WAS my childhood. Now im beyond excited for Daima. I already was. But this being the first anime he really took part in DB wise...im there

[@officialjpyro84]

He gave me permission to do a fan fiction I made with my fam back in high school. I saved that tweet. Trying to battlerap and do music along with battling health had been ugh. I went shopping back in January and brought dbz house shoes that eventually sold out after the Rangers won the world series. I made the drafts for the fan fiction and everything. His passing sparked a flame in me where I didn't cry, but I sat in silence. I had my rap battle this past weekend and did a quick tribute bar in honor of him. Your channel has been a blessing. Long live Sensei 🙏🏿👑🕊️. Salute everyone. - JP.

[@StunnamanSayles]

My only regret is not being able to go to San Diego Comic Con or even one in Japan while Toriyama was still around...for someone you rarely see, it's amazing the kind of presence he had in all of our homes across the world. Head still hurts from breaking down and crying, remembering all the times I would sneak and stay up late to watch toonami/DBZ growing up 😢 Rest easy, Toriyama 🙏🏽 Thank you Geekdom for being real with us and respectful to his memory, i think some people are being too quick with thinking about what comes next now that he's gone rather than honoring his legacy, we need to heal first and think about the future of DBZ/DBS/Daima layer 😔

[@Mikethess_ssjGreek]

We are all connected with DB , from 9years old antil 36 i watching DB contents every day,I lost my dad and my medicine is DB and now I’m double sad .. that’s his impact .. Toe is the problem and the delay of the anime because they ‘forgot’ that He was old ,like the voice actors etc.. Bravo to you Geekdom and keep drop real news to us

[@IvanusPrime]

Akira Toriyama and Toyoo Ashida, my two favorite manga/anime artists are gone. Their seeds will bloom forever. Thank you

[@awaisahmed9418]

R.I.P Toriyama ❤

[@longlivetheblackmamba2-8-24]

Rest easy Toriyama 🕊️

[@jfitnesshealth]

Theres an interview where he had 20 minites of sleep for a week. He had to then drive to the airport to mail his weekly work to the studio. He almost had multiple car accidents. Many times he thought red light was green etc....of course... he laughs.. lol. 😢❤

[@nsgames24]

That fact that he talked about his health, but gave thanks to all the fans who supported him over the years hits deep. Rest easy, Legend 😢 You weren't perfect, but you were unique.

[@SuperCuttyBlackSow]

I just finished the original dragon ball for the first time and it was simply amazing RIP

[@CoolToTheInfinthPower]

YOU take care of YOURSELF as well Geekdom!! I don't know how overworked you are or aren't, but the fact that you were one of the first if not THE FIRST to give us this information tells me that you're definitely on it! So... yeah that you said and the end about taking care of yourself definitely goes for you as well. 💖✌🏿🙏🏿🤙🏿💯

[@claudedavid1729]

amiable Friendly; kind; sweet; gracious

[@andresingleton9757]

So sudden! Forever legendary Toriyama will be!! No need to apologize bro! Speak from the heart, your passion, work ethic, and dedication speaks volumes! Always enjoying your content. Keep doing what you do! 💯

[@XZAVIER-DAA-GOD]

It's been a rough start to this year

[@thehighestorder2868]

I still can't get over that he's not with us anymore

[@anotherrandomguy6045]

The same goes for many people who were raised with dragon ball but it's something we need to accept overtime and move on

[@matthewy.6120]

I was at a soccer game the other day, and when one of the players scored a goal, they did the fusion dance, probably in honor of Toriyama 🥲

[@ultrainstinctbroly4333]

I grew up with z and really got into Dragonball thanks to my dad. He passed away from the same cause, so seeing tributes kinda hits harder for me,

[@mosj9876]

RIP Akira! He inspired many and made millions happy! I shared DB DBZ with my kids so when they have kids they can do the same! Now Akira is off to train with the KAis on a new adventure. Omenly Taken from us in the Year Of The Dragon 2024

[@xaraumbra]

this take care of yourself and each other hits different, the emotions these last few days still seem so unreal to me i don't think its fully hit me yet but i know it will, but take care of yourself too it is important, been really thinking about what Toriyama from what we knew of his works what message he might want to convey to the world now through his work and i and i'm pretty sure others have as well think of certain master roshi quote right now " "Always remember these words: Work hard, study well, and eat and sleep plenty! That is the Turtle Hermit way!" gist of it it anyway i think it fits the needing to take care of ourselves but remember to push forward.

[@kkamiya9038]

It's Monday over here, and the event is still raw for me too.

[@HerbieOne1]

Much love Danny , I appreciate you and your content as a fan of your channel

[@nato255]

This is so warm as a final statement to the world. He touched on everything and had thst classic toriyama interview jokiness. RIP

[@subculturebith1616]

take care of yourself too danny, thank you for everything you've done and the way you've handled this, you're an amazing dude

[@fightrudyfight5799]

From flea market bootleg Spanish episodes and other languages to watching it on syndicated television and of course, Toonami, dbz always had my attention. Db and GT also but Z was my life as a teen and still at 41 it’s a huge part of my life. thank you Akira Toriyama. You touched many peoples lives when they were just a loner teen in school trying to just exist.

[@xdadev]

As a 35 yr old guy, I suddenly felt like my childhood has ended I've grown up again after hearing this news.

[@lordnemo6401]

My girlfriend visited me this weekend so I haven’t processed his dead until today and now his death is really hitting me, he was one of my childhood heroes I still remember when I turned 10 and I got all the volumes for my birthday and I just stayed up all night reading the manga

[@TheKingwalker22]

Why you not staying with yo girlfriend though?

[@lordnemo6401]

@@TheKingwalker22 Long distance relationship Both studying and working in different cities so we see each other 2-3 times a month

[@TheKingwalker22]

@@lordnemo6401 be careful my friend. Very careful

[@austindeathsword7196]

Stay strong geekdom101 ❤ an thank you for all the years of content

[@dandragon8595]

Goodbye, Toriyama Akira sensei you will be missed. Thank you for all your hard work and the helping of forging so many childhoods. Train well, Work well, Eat well, Rest well. Again Thank you. 😿🖤💔♥😥😣😖

[@nyxayde]

This year just hasnt been kind. I lost my grandfather within the first 10 days of 2024 and then the passing Toriyama just gut punched me. Just an unreal beginning to this year. All the tributes to Toriyama have been so incredible to see.

[@DSIrocker]

Dude it’s fucked up man. I’m still crying so hard. I’m at work but the water works are active af dude. All love to Toriyama. I’m so thankful to him and his work.

[@Charcoal_83]

March 8-11, his passing was announced on the 8th (in Japan that is). Gotta wonder if the higher ups to the festival knew before that. And if they did, that's incredible that the news didn't leak sooner

[@darthrambo1454]

Although sad, he was truly inspirational and uplifting for us all. His work brought so much joy to millions around the world. I remember being made fun of for watching dragon ball z in first grade but in the coming years those same kids started loving dragon ball and wanted to come over to my house to play budokai 1 and 2😅 great memories! Even now I love keeping up with the super manga and video games. Thank you for your beautiful worlds toriyama! Rest in peace.

[@SauceyJay1209]

Toriyama-Sensei is so iconic , the first time i watched dbz was when i was 5 years old i remember it like it was yesterday when i was young everyone knows back in the 90s toonami would come on at late night and the first time i saw the show was when goku and piccolo was fighing raditz when i saw that i was hooked you guys know back in the day its was the big 3 dbz pokemon and yu-gi-oh out of all Three i still watch and im a hardcore fan and i debate on the series haha i look back now and thanks to akira toriyama i got to see the wonderful work he created r.i.p the the greatest of all time manga creator thank you for all of the memories of my childhood thankyou

[@91lifetime23]

Doesn’t anybody find strange that Toriyama died on March 1 and was announced 4 days later? And also that he died of the same condition that Bruce Lee died of

[@Barbwire710]

I thought it was announced 7 days later? March 1 to March 8th or so. That is a bit strange though.

[@seoul_mate]

I think they delayed the announcement so that the funeral could go ahead peacefully (to respect Akira's notorious wish for privacy).

[@goatkublack604]

Thanks geekdom! Much respect so sad with the recent news especially with the manga turning around for the better, daima otw! Sparking zero being cooked and also super eventually. I'm just happy my 2 yr old son will have a great childhood with goku, like I did almost feels full circle. RIP Akira Toriyama, you made the world a better place an we all mourn you 😢 when I can travel to Japan definitely will visit your grave if it's accessible

[@pheavoeng8885]

Everyone that grew up experiencing this man work. Just know we had the best childhood.

[@nathanskywalker1536]

I will not morn his passion anymore but be grateful for what he has left behind and the work he has made he will continue to live on through Dragon ball sand land and us fans never forgotten and I really think Dragon ball will still continue to keep his spirt alive

[@elijahhedgemondakasupersai1075]

It’s crazy, so much has been going on right now that I feel like it really hasn’t hit me yet the way it’s hitting other people, but I know things are gonna be a lot different now, and personally I just hope that he really is in a better place now. We lost a legend way too soon, and it’s really sad. I may make another one honestly, but I made a tribute video in loving memory of him. That’ll be coming out tomorrow. It’s not perfect, but did the best I could with what I had for now.

[@dwightnorton3398]

Nice message 👌

[@camspringz336]

Amiable definition: "having or displaying a friendly and pleasant manner"

[@scorpioriddick]

God damnit every time I see that innocent smile from Akira I can't help it, I start tearing up and I'm a 33 year old man. R.I.P Akira Toriyama. You were there with me in my childhood even up to now and still as an adult. May all angels and gods bow down to you.

[@Antonychief7]

Thank you Toriyama sensei, we had a beautiful childhood thanks to you, I have beautiful core memories thanks to you. We all grew up with your epic stories and we are grateful for that. We will remember you and keep you in our hearts ❤

[@gido0471]

Bless these creators of all kind 💯 stress is no joke..

[@Calel_S]

Welp, there goes a huge section of my childhood gone from this life. The impact that this man had on a young kid from the hood like myself and millions of others, will forever be stamped within the history books. No artist has ever touched the hearts and the minds of young kids in such a positive manner like Toriyama did. Its not even close. He was the first and he was the greatest. I'm talkin bout young kids who have become grown men today who went on to do serious time in the pen were even impacted by this man's unmatched work. Don't let the tough guy acts fool u. We all loved DBZ when we were kids. Watched it on Toonami like it was a religious ceremony. U got some of the hardest rappers to this date who have dropped DBZ bars in there music, that's how much of an influence he was to us. I had to make it clear that it isn't just the prototypical, mainstream, suburban demographic that loved his artistry, those of us on the other side of the tracks did too. Fly high on ur Nimbus cloud Toriyama!

[@stlancaandsonstoys3123]

He will be greatly missed and has influenced so many peoples lives rip Akira Toriyama🙏🙏🙏