James Tynion IV, 1987
Writers · December 14, 1987
James Tynion IV
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James Tynion IV is 38 years old, born December 14, 1987 in United States · Sagittarius.
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About
James Tynion IV redefined DC Comics canon with dark, character-driven runs on Batman and Justice League Dark. Born in 1987, the American writer built a reputation for layered storytelling across both mainstream superhero titles and indie horror projects like Something Is Killing the Children. His 2022 Eisner Awards sweep (three wins, five total) cemented his status as one of comics' most decorated voices. A Sagittarius [birth fact].
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Biography
James Tynion IV is an American comic book writer born December 14, 1987. He rose to prominence at DC Comics, where he helmed acclaimed runs on Batman, the Batman/Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles trilogy, and Justice League Dark volume 2. His creator-owned work—The Nice House on the Corner (DC Black Label) and The Department of Truth—proved he could sustain original narratives outside corporate franchises. In the indie space, Something Is Killing the Children, Memetic, and The Woods showcase his range across horror and speculative fiction. Tynion won three Eisner Awards in 2022 and has accumulated five total, placing him among comics' most honored writers. He's also the most-nominated writer for the GLAAD Media Award for Outstanding Comic Book, with ten nominations and one win in 2016. As a writer, Tynion balances mainstream visibility with creator ownership, a rare dual career in an industry often divided between corporate work and independent comics. A Sagittarius born in late 1987, his Life Path number is 33 [birth fact, enrichments].
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Trivia
- His Batman run is frequently cited as one of the definitive post-2010s interpretations of the character.
- Tynion is a ten-time GLAAD Media Award nominee—more than any other comic book writer in the category.
- He has won five Eisner Awards across his career, with three coming in a single year (2022).
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Numerology
LIFE-PATH NUMBER
Master Number — The Master Teacher
33 is 6 amplified. Caretakers operating at scale; rare among entertainers, more common among educators and activists.
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Birthday compatibility
By Chinese zodiac — san-he trine for best matches, opposing pair for the most friction-prone.
HIGHLY COMPATIBLE
- Kendall JennerPig · 1995
- Brian MayPig · 1947
- Caleb HearonPig · 1995
- Nick RobinsonPig · 1995
- Nicola PeltzPig · 1995
CHALLENGING
- Patrick MöllekenRooster · 1993
- Ewa Farna
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Frequently asked
- How old is James Tynion IV?
- James Tynion IV is 38 years old (born December 14, 1987).
- When is James Tynion IV's birthday?
- James Tynion IV was born on December 14, 1987.
- What is James Tynion IV's zodiac sign?
- James Tynion IV is a Sagittarius, born December 14, 1987.
- What is James Tynion IV's Chinese zodiac sign?
- James Tynion IV was born in 1987, the year of the Fire Rabbit.
- Where is James Tynion IV from?
- James Tynion IV is from United States.
- What does James Tynion IV do?
- James Tynion IV is a writer.
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