Creator of 'DRAGON BALL' Passed Away, President Emmanuel Macron and Fellow Mangaka Express Condolences

Through his Twitter account, President Emmanuel Macron paid tribute to Akira Toriyama. In his tweet written in French, Emmanuel Macron said, "For Akira Toriyama and millions of fans who grew up with him."

Brianne Drouhard, an animator for Marvel and Disney, also expressed condolences. Brianne also thanked Toriyama for the legacy of his work.

Apparently, Akira Toriyama has indeed cultivated love worldwide. A comic book writer from Brazil also paid tribute on social media.

Italian comic book writer Salvatore Pascarella reminisces. He remembers his childhood watching the DRAGON BALL series.

Toriyama's work even inspires a comic writer from Finland.

The news of Akira Toriyama's death even prompted the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of El Salvador to release condolences.

Japanese actress and singer, Shoko Nakagawa, wrote a touching message. "I believe as long as the earth exists, Akira Toriyama's works will forever be recorded in human history as a pioneer with a great influence on media worldwide," she said.

Minako Uchida wrote, "I feel like I'm living in a world where Akira Toriyama's works are always in front of me."

Japanese-American writer and academic, Roland Kelts, has his own way of expressing his love for Toriyama. He wrote a special article as a tribute.

The creator of the manga AOASHI presents an illustration of Goku. He complements the drawing with a touching message, "Because Dragon Ball exists, I can go to school even though it's not enjoyable. You're my hero, Goku."

The creator of the manga series SLAM DUNK still can't accept Akira Toriyama's departure. Through his Twitter post, he said, "I can't accept this. Thank you, Toriyama-sensei."

The mangaka behind SPYxFAMILY also speaks up. Tatsuya Endo expresses how influential Akira Toriyama is in his life.

The mangaka of ONE-PUNCH MAN wrote on his Twitter account, "There are many things that I can only get from Toriyama-sensei. I humbly pray for your soul to rest in peace."

The creator of Farming Life in Another World said, "I am a fan club member of Akira Toriyama... It's really unfortunate..."

The creator of THE KABOCHA WINE, Mitsuru Miura, also agrees that Akira Toriyama is a great mangaka.

Akira Toriyama is also an inspiration for the mangaka of MAKEN-KI!, Hiromitsu Takeda. Takeda even became a fan of DRAGON BALL when he was still in elementary school.

Hiro Mashima (mangaka FAIRY TALK) said, "Without Toriyama-sensei, I would not have become a mangaka."

The creator of MONSTER, 20th CENTURY BOYS admires Akira Toriyama since reading the first chapter of Dr. Slump. He also wanted to meet Toriyama.

Using Akira Toriyama's work as a reference, the manga creator of UTSURUN DESU expresses gratitude. Sensha Yoshida also remembers to pray for Toriyama.

Being so amazed by Akira Toriyama, Kentaro Yabuki, the creator of TO LOVE RU, even wrote a long tweet. "I don't have the chance to meet him directly, but even if I had the chance, I might be too scared to get close to him... that's how much I admire him," he wrote.