Bernadette Després, the co-creator of the beloved comic series Tom-Tom et Nana, passed away on November 20 at the age of 83. Her funeral will be held on November 27 in Loiret, where she had lived for 50 years. Després was praised for her spontaneous and humorous illustrations, which captivated readers of all ages. She achieved significant acclaim in her career, including the Fauve d’honneur award in 2019 and being named a knight of the Legion of Honor in 2021. An homage to her work will take place during an upcoming literary festival.