Who Made the Avatar Logo

That hilariously, wonderfully random video already has over two and a half million views on the comedy show’s YouTube channel – and now graphic designer Chris Costello, creator of the original Papyrus typeface, has shared his thoughts.

Is Avatar logo really Papyrus?

You’re not alone. That font is Papyrus, the ancient and often unused font on most computers.

Did Avatar really use Papyrus font?

The shift from Papyrus to a more standardized block typeface comes after a decade of ridicule from fans, industry heavyweights, and even Saturday Night Live, which skewered the Avatar font in a 2017 sketch starring Ryan Gosling. SNL: 1, Disney: 0.

Marcus Vance

Marcus Vance

Cybersecurity & Digital Privacy Researcher

Marcus Vance is a cybersecurity auditor and technology writer dedicated to educating the public about online safety, data privacy regulations, enterprise security, and emerging cyber threats.

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