Akira Toriyama, the influential creator of the “Dragon Ball” manga and anime franchise, has died at age 68, it was announced on Friday.
The franchise’s official website said Toriyama died on March 1 due to a blood clot in his brain.
A funeral service was held with members of Toriyama’s immediate family. Dates for official farewell events have not yet been announced.
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