Michael Gaydos is an American comic book artist renowned for his dark, moody, and expressive style, specializing in character-focused psychological drama and crime comics. He is best known as the co-creator and artist of the acclaimed Marvel Comics series Alias, alongside writer Brian Michael Bendis. This groundbreaking series introduced the character Jessica Jones, whose noir aesthetic and realistic emotional depth were heavily defined by Gaydos's artwork.

Gaydos’s style uses heavy shadows and distinctive facial expressions to convey raw emotion and complex psychological states, making him a perfect fit for mature, character-driven narratives. His later work includes the sequel series Jessica Jones and the chilling horror title The Baker: His Life and Crimes, cementing his reputation as a master of atmosphere and character study.