Scott Adams, the creator of the popular comic strip Dilbert and a conservative commentator, passed away at the age of 68. He died from prostate cancer, a condition he publicly disclosed last May. His family announced his death on Tuesday (January 13).

Adams had shared his health struggles with his audience, revealing that his cancer had spread to his bones. In a recent podcast, he mentioned that his chances of recovery were "essentially zero" and that he was experiencing significant pain and fatigue. Despite his condition, Adams continued to engage with his fans, expressing gratitude for their support and acknowledging the efforts of his ex-wife, Shelly Miles, who announced his passing.

Born in Windham, New York, in 1957, Adams began drawing comics at the age of six. He graduated with a degree in economics from Hartwick College and later earned an MBA from the University of California, Berkeley. Adams worked in various office jobs before creating Dilbert in 1989 while employed at Pacific Bell. The comic strip quickly gained popularity for its satirical take on office culture and was eventually syndicated in over 2,000 newspapers worldwide.

In addition to his work on Dilbert, Adams wrote several books, including The Dilbert Principle, and hosted a podcast featuring conservative guests called Real Coffee with Scott Adams. His career faced controversy in 2023 when comments he made about race led to the widespread cancellation of his comic strip. Despite these challenges, Adams remained a prominent figure in both the comic and political spheres.

Adams is survived by his former wife, Shelly Miles, and her children. He was previously married to Kristina Basham, with whom he divorced in 2022.

Robert Cray