Best known for his work on early “Star Wars” tie-ins and a series of Tolkein calendars in the ’70s, artist Tim Hildebrandt has passed away at age 67 from a diabetes-related illness. Twin brother Greg Hildebrandt, who he collaborated with on every project, has written this message to his fans:June 11, 2006Tim Hildebrandt has passed away. And, with him, so has an era.Tim, 67, died today from complications due to diabetes. He is survived by his mother Germaine, twin brother Greg, sister Janie, wife Rita, son Charles, nieces Mary and Laura, and nephew Gregory.
Tim was an otherworldly artist. For 47 years, his captivating work fostered the dreams and fantasies of millions of fans, young and old.
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