Mr. Scarlet and Pinky the Whiz Kid
fictional character
Mr. Scarlet and Pinky the Whiz Kid are a duo of comic book superheroes introduced in Wow Comics and making appearances in several other comics in later years. The superheroes were originally published by Fawcett Comics and later by DC Comics. The original Mr. Scarlet is Brian Butler, who debuted in Wow Comics #1 (cover-dated Winter 1940-41), and was created by France Herron and Jack Kirby; while Pinky Butler (Brian's adopted son) becomes his sidekick, Pinky the Whiz Kid. After Brian's death, Pinky takes over the role as Mr. Scarlet in DC's continuity. Pinky Butler premiered in the fourth issue of Wow Comics.
Publication history
Mr. Scarlet, created by writer France Herron and artist Jack Kirby, debuted in Fawcett Comics' Wow Comics #1 (Winter 1940-41).
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