Comic Book Collectors

[JoeFox]

today I got a message from John Romita sr.
He can't do anymore sketches or signings. He is over 80 years and hoped that all fans will understand this.
I do it!

[legendwithoutaname]

This is a sad story

Gene Colan – His Health, His Wealth And Exactly What Happened
Submitted by Rich Johnston

There have been a number of rumours, counter-rumours, briefings, deleted posts and whisperings regarding the state of Gene Colan, 83, his health and wealth and his property of late. This is an attempt to bring some clarity to proceedings, after speaking to a number of sources close to Gene and his associates.

Last December, Gene Colan’s wife Adrienne, 67, entered a mental health facility in New York after an alleged self-harming incident, but was released soon afterwards. Previously, she had run Gene Colan’s business affairs but after this event both their children, Eric and Nanci, became involved in that role and took it over fully in March.

Then on March 31st, Adrienne physically assaulted Gene, landing him in hospital with a separated shoulder. As a result she was arrested, a crime she pleaded guilty to last week. This was the attack that was reported widely at the time, although Adrienne was not named.

Since that attack, Gene had a protection order imposed against her. Adrienne remains in their home which has necessitated Gene’s extended stay in hospital.

However, during this time, Adrienne has contacted a number of bodies that Gene has worked with, requesting that payments be paid to her rather than Gene. If you’ve been approached in such a manner, Gene’s lawyer Leo Klein would probably be very interested.

As to the stolen artwork reported at the time of the attack, it is possible Adrienne may have taken it or destroyed it – similar actions have been alleged by Gene in the past – or that a known third party may have taken it along with online passwords and phone books. A significant part of a six figure sum of money given to Gene by Marvel for his retirement had also been converted into cash and was missing.

It is less likely that this was destroyed.

Gene Colan, as well as in poor health, also seems to be without wealth, despite earning hundreds of thousands in recent years. Where this money went is also open to investigation.

An ongoing series of auctions to directly benefit Gene can be found here.

[JasonS]

Jeez. I knew his situation was bad, but that is really rotten.

I sent in a donation. It is a small thing for the hours I have spent enjoying his work.

[Darcy Q]

Wow! Thats horrible! Poor Gene!

[legendwithoutaname]

Got Superman Sketch from Joe Rubinstein today. Long Wait but worth it.

I paid 11 bucks shipping for a freebie head sketch but got a full 9x12 sketch.

He was busy with Green Arrow and Black Canary and was sorry that it was taking so long and HOOKED me UP with a 100 buck or more sketch.

Pics on Site: Amazing Superman Sketch, Click Me

I want to send an update from Joe R. :
This was A long wait over 6-7 month period and Joe felt bad about this long wait and voluntarily upgraded me. I wanted a quick head-sketch and that was all. This Is Not his normal price.

From Joe: This kid just wrote me for a piece like I did for you offering $ 11.Please don't write that again.I am in an awkward situation now.If you want to tell them it was meant to be a very quick sketch and was upgraded ,that's one thing ,but don't let people think that s my price.
Joe

[JasonS]

I now hesitate to post any success where I get a sketch back since dip-sticks will try and ruin it for everyone.

I did get my comic back signed from Bob McLeod today.

[legendwithoutaname]

I guess some ppl can't read and try to abuse ppl.

[JoeFox]

Got this with a bid from Mr.Romita.
He want all all fans understand that he can't do anymore signings or sketches. He is over 80.

[Darcy Q]

Wow! Very nice! Just out of cuiroisity, did he charge?

I sent him a letter a while ago requesting a head sketch, he did it, but unfortunately the price he was asking couldn't pay. I felt so bad (I think he was a little pissed off too). If you are still in contact with him, could you please let him know that I am really sorry for what happend?

Darcy

[DukeToshiro]

Wow! Very nice! Just out of cuiroisity, did he charge?

I sent him a letter a while ago requesting a head sketch, he did it, but unfortunately the price he was asking couldn't pay. I felt so bad (I think he was a little **** off too). If you are still in contact with him, could you please let him know that I am really sorry for what happend?

Darcy

You could always send it back to him if you feel bad. I'm sure that he would appreciate it.

If you don't mind me asking, what price did he quote you for a head sketch?