Terry Denton, beloved Australian illustrator best known for Treehouse series, dies aged 76
Renowned Australian illustrator Terry Denton, famous for the Treehouse series, has passed away at the age of 76. His family and longtime collaborator Andy Griffiths paid tribute to his legacy and impact on children's literature.
Why it matters
Marks the loss of a significant cultural figure in children's literature whose work influenced generations of readers.
Terry Denton (left) and children’s author Andy Griffiths. The pair worked together for three decades, with Griffiths saying Denton was a ‘true clown and much beloved’. Photograph: James Penlidis Photography Terry Denton (left) and children’s author Andy Griffiths. The pair worked together for three decades, with Griffiths saying Denton was a ‘true clown and much beloved’. Photograph: James Penlidis Photography Australian books Terry Denton, beloved Australian illustrator best known for Treehouse series, dies aged 76 The illustrator and author ‘gave joy to millions of children around the world’, his family says
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Prefer the Guardian on Google The beloved Australian illustrator and author Terry Denton, most famous for his work on the Treehouse series, has died aged 76.
His publisher, Curtis Brown, released a statement on social media saying Denton died surrounded by his family on Monday.
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