René Goscinny, Asterix Creator, Would Have Turned 100: New Album Features Portugal Adventure
This year marks the centenary of René Goscinny, the co-creator of the beloved French comic series Asterix, who was born in 1926. Together with illustrator Albert Uderzo, he brought to life the characters Asterix and Obelix, enchanting audiences with their wit and insightful cultural critiques. In honor of this milestone, a new installment titled "Asterix and the White Iris" has been unveiled, featuring the duo on a quest in Portugal to save a man from a Lisbon mafia. Throughout their journey, they encounter "saudade," a Portuguese word that expresses a sense of nostalgic yearning. The series has achieved remarkable success, selling over 380 million copies and being translated into more than 100 languages, ensuring Goscinny's enduring influence.
Key facts
- René Goscinny, co-creator of Asterix, would have turned 100 in 2026.
- A new Asterix album features a mission to Portugal, involving a Lisbon mafia.
- The heroes Asterix and Obelix are infected with 'saudade' after their adventure.
- The album includes cultural references such as dried fish and unripe grapes.
- Asterix series has sold over 380 million copies worldwide.
- The series has been translated into more than 100 languages.
- Goscinny created Asterix with illustrator Albert Uderzo.
- The new album is part of centenary celebrations for Goscinny.
Entities
Artists
- René Goscinny
- Albert Uderzo
Locations
- Portugal
- Lisbon
- Lusitania