Peter Laird is an American comic book artist and writer, best known for co-creating the popular comic series Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (TMNT) alongside Kevin Eastman. The duo first published the comic in 1984, which quickly gained a massive following and led to various adaptations, including animated series, movies, and merchandise. Laird was born on January 27, 1960, in North Adams, Massachusetts. He played a significant role in the development of the TMNT franchise, contributing to its success and expansion over the years. In addition to TMNT, Laird has worked on other comic projects and has been involved in various aspects of the comic book industry.