Roger Sweet, He-Man Creator, Passes Away

0:00On April 29th, Roger Sweet, the man behind the iconic He-Man action figure, passed away Tuesday at age 91 after battling dementia. Fans stepped up big time, crowdfunding to cover his care costs in his final years. Sweet spent much of the 1970s and 1980s as the lead designer in Mattel's preliminary design department, shaping toys that became cultural staples. That He-Man figure sparked a massive 1980s cartoon series, Masters of the Universe, captivating kids everywhere with its epic battles, and over the top heroes. He survived by his wife Marlene, and while details are still emerging, his legacy and toy design lives on through those childhood memories. Tributes are pouring in from fans worldwide, reminding us how one creator's vision powered a generation's imagination. I'm Corey with The Story, and you've been listening to Entertainment and Celebrity News today. AI-powered pop culture coverage.