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Can you imagine a childhood without our most beloved cartoon, Tom and Jerry? I certainly cannot.

The gifted illustrator, cartoonist and film director passed away unexpectedly in his apartment on Thursday. He is most known for his world-famous franchise, Tom and Jerry that began in 1961 when MGM commissioned him to create 13 shorts of animation.

Gene was responsible for directing thirteen episodes of the cartoon Tom and Jerry, along with a few from Popeye as well. His film, Munro, won the Academy Award for Best Animated short film back in 1960; Gene went on the receive two nominations in the same category in 1964.

Fans from all over the world took to Twitter to share their condolences:

Gene is survived by his wife and three sons, all of whom are also cartoonists.