Sensational Comics by Celebrities
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Prayed for a miracle. They found sacred weapons weighing 25 tons and 18 wheels. The Dark Ages… As Hell invaded the Earth, hordes of demons harassed Europe. The Six Petals, a secret sect of the Knights Templar, pray for a sacred weapon to bring back the Scourge. What falls to Earth instead is The Rig, a fully loaded tractor trailer. After its arrival, the only person left is a mysterious former priest. He will become a truck driver and lead the fight against Hell – with 25 tons and 18 wheels of monster-killing machine. Created by Post Malone. Author: Post Malone and Adrian Vassell. Artist: Nathan Gooden.
I have to admit that I used to react immediately to any comic written by a celebrity. It’s just a gimmick, right? Get a big name to write or write a comic, then sell tons of copies in their name, right? Although it definitely still happens, there are some comics by celebrities that are truly amazing. Because sometimes, people are really talented and hardworking in many things.
So, how do you find the ones among celebrity comics that are really great? That’s why you have me, your friendly neighborhood comics-obsessed Book Riot senior contributor. So, here are eight sensational comics by celebrities.
amorite war By Claudio Sanchez, Chondra Echert, etc. Al
Claudio Sanchez is best known as the front man and songwriter of the bands Coheed and Cambria. Any C&C fan knows that this prog-emo band has made several albums all centered around a sci-fi story: amorite war. There have been several volumes of this story in comic book form, covering much of the same territory as the album, and they’re all a lot of fun.
BRZRKR By Keanu Reeves, Matt Kindt, Ron Garney
Apparently, being a long-haired, ultra-violent man who speaks more with his fists than his words wasn’t enough for Keanu Reeves. B, star of BRZRKRHowever, there is no John Wick. Be is immortal, half god, and somehow even more violent as he tears his way through anyone who gets in his way.
doctor frankenstein The Wachowskis, by Geoff Darrow, Steve Scorsese
The Wachowskis are still best known as writers and directors math question Movies. They’ve been actively writing and making films ever since, including this great new take on the classic frankenstein Story. In this comic, the monster survives, takes the name of his creator, and plays an important role throughout history as he continues to live.
frenemy of the state By Rashida Jones, Christina Weir, Nunzio DeFilippis, Jeff Wameister
Rashida Jones is an actress, model, and an accomplished writer. He is famous for his time parks and Recreation And for producing, writing and acting in several films. In his comic debut, frenemy of the state Focuses on a wealthy, globe-trotting heiress who leads a secret double life as a spy.
lost daughter of sparta Felicia Day, by Rowan McCall
Felicia Day is famous for many things: actress, memoirist, The Guild, critical roles, and other stupid things. Her most recent venture is this graphic novel focusing on Helen of Troy, Philono’s youngest sister. Largely ignored by mythology, Day tells the story of a daughter whose destiny is different from her sisters and who is empowered.
march By John Lewis, Andrew Aydin, Nate Powell
The late Congressman John Lewis famously told America and the world to “get into good trouble.” march Jim Crow tells his story of growing up black in America, the silent protests at the counters, and becoming a Freedom Rider. John’s transformation from protester to Congressman is a legend. His legend. And it is a must read for everyone.
orchid By Tom Morello, Scott Hepburn, Dan Jackson
Tom Morello made his name as a lead guitarist rage against the machineA punk metal band that constantly challenged the establishment. He still does this on his own, and he is also active in comics. This dystopian story is set in a world ravaged by climate change, where the elite rule from the high ground. But a teenage sex worker will soon discover that her role in the world is much bigger than what this terrible world wants for her.
Umbrella Academy Gerard Way, by Gabriel Ba
This is undoubtedly the most famous comic book on this list, largely due to the Netflix series of the same name. Gerard Way started his path to fame as a leading man my Chemical Romance. At present, he is equally famous for his writing. Umbrella Academy It is the story of a group of adoptees, all with special abilities, all connected to an adoptive father they hate. Oh, and if they don’t stop it the world will probably end.
What other celebrity comics do you like? about what celebrities in comics?