Al Feldstein was an influential American comic book artist and writer, best known for his work with EC Comics during the 1940s and 1950s. He played a significant role in creating popular titles such as Tales from the Crypt and Mad Magazine, where he served as editor for many years. His storytelling and artistic style helped shape the comic book industry. Feldstein was born on October 2, 1925, in Brooklyn, New York. He studied at the School of Visual Arts and later served in the U.S. Army during World War II. After the war, he returned to comics, leaving a lasting legacy that influenced generations of artists and writers.