Common questions about Neil Gaiman

Short answers, pulled from the story.

When and where was Neil Gaiman born?

Neil Richard Gaiman was born on the 10th of November 1960 in Portchester, Hampshire. He was born into a family of Polish-Jewish and Ashkenazi origins.

What comic book series did Neil Gaiman write from 1989 to 1996?

Neil Gaiman wrote The Sandman series from January 1989 to March 1996. The series became one of DC Comics top-selling titles and introduced complex characters like Death.

Which novel did Neil Gaiman publish in 2008?

Neil Gaiman published The Graveyard Book in 2008. The novel follows the adventures of a boy named Bod after his family is murdered and he is left to be brought up by a graveyard.

When did five women accuse Neil Gaiman of sexual assault?

Five women accused Neil Gaiman of sexual assault and abuse in July and August 2024. All five were interviewed on the Tortoise Media podcast Master: The Allegations Against Neil Gaiman.

What legal ruling did the Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals make regarding Neil Gaiman in 2004?

The Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals upheld a district court ruling in February 2004 that granted joint ownership of the Spawn characters to Neil Gaiman and Todd McFarlane. The court ruled that the agreement was not work for hire based on the legal requirement that copyright assignments must be in writing.

What happened to the film adaptation of The Graveyard Book in September 2024?

Disney halted production on the film adaptation of The Graveyard Book in September 2024 due to the sexual assault allegations against Neil Gaiman. Production on season three of Good Omens was also put on hold that same month.