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Beloved children’s author and illustrator Terry Denton has died aged 76
Beloved children’s author and illustrator Terry Denton has died aged 76. (2026, September 22). The Sydney Morning Herald. https://www.smh.com.au/national/beloved-children-s-author-and-illustrator-terry-denton-has-died-aged-76-20260922-p60zm7.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed
“Beloved children’s author and illustrator Terry Denton has died aged 76.” The Sydney Morning Herald, 22 Sept. 2026, https://www.smh.com.au/national/beloved-children-s-author-and-illustrator-terry-denton-has-died-aged-76-20260922-p60zm7.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed.
“Beloved children’s author and illustrator Terry Denton has died aged 76.” The Sydney Morning Herald, September 22, 2026. https://www.smh.com.au/national/beloved-children-s-author-and-illustrator-terry-denton-has-died-aged-76-20260922-p60zm7.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed.
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Terry Denton, a renowned Australian children’s book illustrator, died at the age of 76 on Monday. He was best known for his work with author Andy Griffiths on the popular Treehouse series, which began with the publication of "The 13-Storey Treehouse." Their collaboration lasted three decades and brought joy to millions of children worldwide. Denton also authored and illustrated over 30 books, including the "Gasp!" series that was adapted for television. His family and Griffiths issued statements mourning his loss, highlighting the impact Denton had on generations through his creative work.
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ABC News (AU)22 Sep
Terry Denton, the illustrator behind the popular Treehouse series and other children's books like the Gasp! series, passed away at age 76 on Monday. His death was announced by his literary agency Curtis Brown and publisher Pan Macmillan. Author Andy Griffiths praised Denton for their decades-long collaboration, highlighting how working with him was both an honor and a joy.
Terry Denton, an acclaimed Australian illustrator known for his work on the Treehouse series with Andy Griffiths, passed away at age 76. His publisher announced his death surrounded by family on Monday. Denton authored and illustrated over 30 books of his own, including the Gasp! series adapted for screen, and collaborated with other authors like Mem Fox and Paul Jennings. His children praised him for bringing joy…
Terry Denton, a renowned Australian children's book illustrator, passed away at age 76 on Monday surrounded by his family. Best known for his long-standing collaboration with author Andy Griffiths on the popular Treehouse series, which sold over 13 million copies globally and was translated into 35 languages, Denton also illustrated books for other authors like Mem Fox and Paul Jennings. His publisher praised him…