Bernard Baily was an American comic book artist and writer, best known for co-creating the character The Spectre in 1940. He worked for several major comic book publishers, including DC Comics, and contributed to various titles throughout his career. Baily's artistic style and storytelling helped shape the early comic book industry. In addition to his work on The Spectre, Baily illustrated stories for other characters and series, showcasing his versatility as an artist. He was active in the comic book field during the Golden Age of Comics, leaving a lasting impact on the medium and influencing future generations of comic creators.