In wrestling circles, he's as marketable as they come right now. He's the WWE champion, and has been for more than 15 months now. He has penned the foreword for Marvel's Avengers vs. X-Men hardcover, which is due out next month.
He is the subject of the WWE's latest -- and arguably its best -- DVD documentary.
He is the cover boy for the company's next video game release, WWE 13, due out next week. He's the headliner for the company's next pay-per-view, Hell in a Cell, which happens Sunday.
He's been popping up on talk shows, radio shows, at Major League Baseball games, and everywhere in between. He is CM Punk. Inside wrestling, he bills himself as the best in the world. Given his marketability right now, that's hard to argue.
But perhaps more importantly, however, is his marketability as someone everyone can relate to.
In his DVD, CM Punk: Best in the World, he addresses being bullied as a kid, his complicated relationship with his family, struggling to find his niche and his love of comic books, video games and wrestling ... a lot of which many people can relate to...More?
source: slam wrestling
October 26, 2012
Interview with CM Punk
October 24, 2012
December 29, 2011
CM Punk, Jill Thompson and Marvel Tag-Teaming in 2012?
CM Punk is currently on top of the wrestling world; he’s not only the current WWE champion, but he’s also one of the WWE’s most popular and most talented performers, both on the microphone and in the ring. So where do you go when you’ve conquered the squared circle? Movies? TV? Disneyland? In Punk’s case, it might be comics.
Punk is no stranger to comics, as he talks about them on Twitter and was the subject of one of Marvel’s Fightin’ Fanboys segments. He also sometimes quotes the Thing’s “It’s clobberin’ time!” on his way to the ring. Earlier today a series of tweets took the idea of Punk actually writing comics right to the top of Marvel Comics, ending with Editor-in-Chief Axel Alonso saying, “…let’s make it happen.”
It started with a tweet from John M. Coker, who asked Beasts of Burden artist and wrestling superfan Jill Thompson if she had attempted to recruit Punk to a write a comic she would draw.
Both Punk and Thompson said they were up for it, and comics creator Scott Ziolko suggested a character at Marvel they could work on together (The Thing was a pro wrestler in his solo series in the '80s).
If the comic does eventually happen, Punk would join several other wrestlers, including Mick Foley, Kevin Nash and Raven, in making the jump from the ring to the comics page. Incidentally, Thompson also worked on several clothing designs for current World Heavyweight Champion Daniel Bryan, so that’s two champions she’s been associated with in the past few weeks. So if you’re a WWE superstar looking for a push, forget Vicki Guerrero — you could do worse than aligning yourself with Thompson.
source: comicbookresources.com
November 10, 2011
Comics & Wrestling: A Perfect Match
It's a known fact that when put together, comic books and wrestling aren't a tasty cocktail. While I'm sure it can be done in a worthwhile manner, things like the last round of WWE comics and the character-centric comics of the '90s haven't exactly inspired confidence in the partnership.
However, comic books and professional wrestling as industries and forms of entertainment actually share a lot more in common than one might expect...More?
source: ign.com
July 21, 2011
July 16, 2011
July 7, 2011
Triple H Appearing at the San Diego Comic Con
Mattel and WWE: Past, Present, and Future
Hear from some of the top WWE Superstars of all time as they discuss the storied past, exciting present, and promising future of the company and how it's all celebrated in Mattel's action figure toy line! Get a sneak peek at upcoming products and be the first to hear exciting announcements for the 2012 line. Be on hand as WWE Superstars Triple H, Rey Mysterio a surprise WWE Legend, the WWE creative team, Mattel toy designers Bill Miekina and Derek Handy, and Mattel WWE brand manager Enrique Ruvalcaba present an action-packed Q&A! Room 24ABC 11:30-12:30
Click here for more info.
January 14, 2011
'KING!' Lays a Rock and Roll Smackdown on Evil
"KING! is all about a former pro wrestler who quit for reasons that will reveal themselves as the series goes on," says Thomas Hall, teh write of KING! "He's been hired to fight creatures of the night. In the first issue, he was hired to take out a zombie who wanted to take down his favorite burger joint."
The eponymous main character, an ex-professional wrestler who has moved on to a career hunting down and killing unsavory supernatural beings, bears a striking resemblance to the early-'70s, white-jumpsuit-era Elvis...More?
source: usa today
January 12, 2011
WWE "Heroes" Comic Book Series Goes Digital
WWE Heroes comic goes digital!
All six issues of the last WWE Heroes comic series featuring Superstars John Cena, Triple H, Undertaker, Randy Orton, Big Show, CM Punk, and Kelly Kelly, is now available digitally to read in full on PC, Mac or iPad at Zinio.com, the world’s largest digital newsstand and home to a library of over 50,000 magazines.
All 6 issues are priced at $1.99 each, saving $2 on the print edition.
To purchase, click on the following link: www.zinio.com
source: wrestlezone.com
November 23, 2010
The Deadman Rises in Comic Book Form
Twenty years ago, World Wrestling Entertainment changed forever as The Undertaker made his in-ring debut at Survivor Series. With an unparalleled career and legacy in WWE, The Deadman now makes his way into comic books with the return of the hit series WWE Heroes.
The Phenom takes center stage in WWE Heroes: Timequake – Undertaker, written by Keith Champagne with art by Tom Nguyen. Joined by Rey Mysterio, the story follows The Deadman as he travels to Mexico to battle zombies and discover the secrets of the "Saint of Death," Santa Muerte...More?
source: wwe.com
September 8, 2010
Future WWE Comics
Titan Publishing, which produces the WWE Heroes comic books, will be releasing a new series called "Undertaker: Timequake" in February of 2011. It will feature Taker and Rey Mysterio teaming up to battle undead zombies.
source: impactwrestling.com
July 28, 2010
Triple H is Thor, Or Should Be
Playing 'The Mighty Thor' in the new movie is Chris Hemsworth. If he looks familiar you may have seen him in the first five minutes of the last Star Trek movie. Or perhaps you're an Australian with a soap opera addiction, regardless of how you know who Chris is you probably never looked at him and thought; 'Whoa that guy looks just like Thor!'
Because he doesn't, Chris is a former daytime actor who looks like a Calvin Klein underwear model. Nothing about the dude makes me wonder if he carries a Mjolnir or smites his foes with lightning. Even after seeing him in his Thor getup I am less than convinced. Small hands, skinny forearms and airbrushed biceps do not a Norse god make.
Triple H deserves to play Thor and the producers would have saved money by hiring him because he can do his own stunts. Say what you want about the WWE but professional Wrestlers are highly trained stuntmen who are good at taking physical punishment and selling fake blows.
For the naysayers who say Triple H can't act I say so what? Thor isn't exactly spitting out poems in Old Swedish every other page. In fact most of what Thor does say is pretty direct in the comics, mostly consisting of single words and exclamation points...More?
source: malcantro.newsvine.com
July 6, 2010
Titan Announces WWE Heroes ComicCon Exclusive & Jerry "The King" Lawler Signing
WWE Heroes #0 comic is an exclusive prequel comic to the current hard-hitting WWE Heroes series, which launched in March 2010. Featuring Triple H®, Undertaker®, Chris Jericho® and a surprise guest star!
This exclusive prequel comic features a never before seen cover by WWE Legend, Jerry "The King" Lawler! This special cover, which features WWE Superstars Triple H®, Chris Jericho® and Undertaker®, is only available to purchase exclusively at Comic-Con at the Titan booth (stand no. #5537).
To celebrate this special issue, Jerry 'The King' Lawler will be signing copies of WWE Heroes #0 prequel comic, at this year's San Diego Comic-Con on Friday July 23rd in Autograph Alley (room AA18) from 12:00pm - 1:30pm.
Visitors to the Titan booth (stand no. #5537) at Comic-Con will receive a FREE exclusive WWE Heroes comic bookmark.
For more information, visit: www.wwecomics.com
June 1, 2010
May 11, 2010
Marvel Movie Re-Casting Call
Over the past decade, Marvel has spit out major motion pictures for nearly all of their most popular titles. We’ve seen most of our favorite characters leap from the page to the screen successfully played by actors who were seemingly born for the roles. But… they weren’t ideal. Some of the casting was ::sigh:: less than par. So I want a good ol’ fashioned “DO-OVER!” I want to turn back the hands of time and re-cast some of the poorly-cast roles in Marvel’s motion picture catalog.
Sabretooth
OK, keep in mind I’ve turned back the hands of time, so I’m at the first X-Men film. Despite the version and performance of Liev Shrieber in Wolverine: Origins, Singer went with a very Comic-Booky Sabretooth for the first installment of the series. I didn’t mind over-the-top comic book Sabretooth. To be honest, I liked that Singer kept the character looking like the Sabretooth of the comics. Only problem was they tapped into the wrestling world and gave the role to Daryl Karolat, aka Tyler Mane, instead of giving it to the wrestler they SHOULD’VE given it to.
source: fandomania.com
April 21, 2010
Jerry Lawler Draws Exclusive WWE Comic Cover
To celebrate the launch of Titan Publishing's WWE Heroes comic series, an exclusive cover drawn by WWE legend Jerry 'The King' Lawler has been released...More?
source: 411mania.com
March 25, 2010
March 15, 2010
March 3, 2010
Jerry Lawler Teams Up with New "Green Hornet" Comic
WWE Hall of Famer Jerry “The King” Lawler is teaming up with writer/director Kevin Smith and Dynamite Entertainment to help bring one of the most recognizable pop culture icons, The Green Hornet, to life in a new comic book series...More?
source: wwe.com
February 26, 2010
Who and Who Should Play Lobo in the Live Action Picture?
Ever since the mention of a Lobo live action film, there has been lot's of speculation regarding who should play the Last Czarnian. Well, this writer has his favorite. After much deliberation, it boils down to this; only a professional wrestler can play the Scourge of the Galaxy. There are many, many actors who could portray the Main Man, in attitude and facial features (think Ron Perlman), but couldn't possibly be in the physical condition (ergo; be ripped) it takes to play the Space-Dolphin Savior. SO, with that being said, who in the professional wrestling world could play the Lobotomizer? Like I stated earlier, I have my favorite, But lets list some of the possibilites.
#1)The Undertaker
#2)Kevin Nash
#3)Dave Batista
#4)Mike Knox or Kane or Abyss
#5 and my personal favorite to play Lobo in the live-action film..............)
Triple H: Paul Levesque has the physique, the size (6'-4"), and most importantly the face!!! Any self-respecting Lobo fan can admit that Bisley's Lobo is probably the best drawn. (although a case can be made for Martin Emonds in my opinion). The first few pages of Lobo's Back will give anybody wishing to see what I mean a perfect example of why Trips would be great for this role. You can also look at his acting, you cannot be successful in Pro Wrestling if you can't act (or "talk" as it may be). The character of Triple H has the persona, and the comedy it would take to pull this off. And the intensity in which Triple H is portrayed would do nothing but help this particular role of "The Baddest Man in the Galaxy"...More?
source: comicbookmovie.com
