Johnston McCulley
February 2, 1883 – November 23, 1958
Johnston McCulley was a prolific author, celebrated as the creator of the iconic character Zorro. His extensive body of work includes hundreds of stories, numerous novels, and many screenplays for film and television. McCulley frequently set his tales in Southern California, imbuing them with action and memorable characters. Beyond Zorro, he also originated other compelling pulp heroes who inspired later masked figures in popular culture.