Scott Adams, ‘Dilbert’ cartoonist and author who pushed on through cancellation, dies at 68 - Los Angeles Times

Scott Adams, the creator of the satirical comic strip "Dilbert," has died at the age of 68 after a battle with metastatic prostate cancer. His ex-wife, Shelly Miles, announced his death during a livestream of his YouTube channel, "Real Coffee with Scott Adams." Adams had previously revealed his diagnosis in May, indicating that his health was declining rapidly and that he was receiving hospice care (BBC, The Guardian, NPR). Adams was known for his controversial views and conservative commentary, which garnered significant attention throughout his career. His comic strip, which humorously critiqued white-collar office culture, was widely syndicated and enjoyed popularity from the 1990s until 2023. However, he faced backlash and was dropped by numerous newspapers after making inflammatory comments about Black people, referring to them as a "hate group" (Los Angeles Times, The Guardian, Politico). Despite the controversies surrounding him, Adams continued to engage with his audience through various platforms, including his podcast. His work often poked fun at corporate life and the challenges of dealing with difficult bosses, resonating with many readers over the years (Washington Post, NBC News). Adams's death marks the end of a notable chapter in the world of comic strips and commentary, leaving behind a complex legacy shaped by both his humor and his contentious public persona (Yahoo, NPR).