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LBCC '09: Stan Lee Interview and iPod Contest!

Comic Vine sits down with the most important man in comics

By Sara 'Babs' Lima  |  Oct. 6, 2009

Comic Vine sits down with the most influential man in comics


 
  
It is not easy to sit across from a man of such power and influence and not be nervous. Interviewing Stan Lee, the man behind so many characters that we know and love was truly an honor for me as a journalist as well as a fan. Mr. Lee is responsible for changing the face of the entire industry, and not only has he been incredibly influential in the evolution of comic books; but he is also a pioneer and icon of American pop-culture. Stan Lee is responsible for creating so many incredible comic book characters, and the face of the industry would not be the same without his work.
 
 

Contest: Win autographed Stan Lee iPod!

 
 
While we were at the show, we were able to get Stan to autograph an iPod for us to give away to a lucky Comic Vine user. We all know the obvious reasons as to why Stan Lee was so important and influential; but have you ever wondered what the industry would be like without him? In your opinion, (aside from the obvious reasons) what has Stan Lee done for the comics industry? Tell us in your own words why you feel his influence was important in either three paragraphs (5 sentences per paragraph) or in a video blog post (no less than 2 minutes, no more than 5).  
I look forward to seeing all of the entries, good luck!
 
 
 
  • All entries will be judged by a Whiskey Media panel based on creativity. 
  • Contest ends Tuesday, October 13th 12 AM Pacific Time.
  • Please post your entry in your blog and post a link to your entry in this thread
 
Please DIGG!
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122 Comments
Namor1987on Oct. 6, 2009 at 4:37 p.m.
Stan Lee is my idol. I have a lot of respect for that man
Riezneron Oct. 6, 2009 at 4:45 p.m.
That was awesome. Great dude.
Agent Buttonson Oct. 6, 2009 at 4:49 p.m.

WOW 
 
i think i just had a nerdgasm
crazed_h3roon Oct. 6, 2009 at 4:50 p.m.

STAN LEE!! YES...he diserve a ceromony, glad he was not part off the disney/marvel buyout. 
Lee you are an insperation to me,you make me want to create my own comic book companie,you know what that is my dream i will do it...any good art colleges in new york? LOL  ^_^ 
HERE COMES BLACK ARCHER!!
Babs staff on Oct. 6, 2009 at 5:01 p.m.
@crazed h3ro: There are a ton of awesome art schools in New York City.
Naheroon Oct. 6, 2009 at 5:03 p.m.
gasps dramatically holy mother of god you spoke to.......HIM?
Venom-Hulker_1on Oct. 6, 2009 at 5:07 p.m.
How do we send them to you guys? PM you?
crazed_h3roon Oct. 6, 2009 at 5:11 p.m.
@Babs said:
" @crazed h3ro: There are a ton of awesome art schools in New York City. "

thanx i just wanted to know   ^_^
Babs staff on Oct. 6, 2009 at 5:14 p.m.
@Venom-Hulker_1 said:

" How do we send them to you guys? PM you? "

You post it to your blog and link your blog in this thread.
War Killer is online on Oct. 6, 2009 at 5:19 p.m.
Stan is just great, he seems so nice too, and tries to make you feel normal around him. Great interview Babs, good job!
Venom-Hulker_1on Oct. 6, 2009 at 5:23 p.m.
@Babs said:

" @Venom-Hulker_1 said:

" How do we send them to you guys? PM you? "

You post it to your blog and link your blog in this thread. "
ok, thanks for the help, I might make an entry like thursday, tonight and all of Tomorrow I'm busy (yes watching comic book movies means I'm busy)
btw does the I-pod work?
afierceon Oct. 6, 2009 at 5:36 p.m.
Babs, I'm sure that was an amazing experience! I was very happy just to watch the interview. I find him such a charming man and think that he has one of the sweetest voices. How did you feel after the interview? I know my knees would have been shaking!
ryanwhon Oct. 6, 2009 at 5:48 p.m.
I could listen to this man babble on about anything, what a voice.
Feral Novaon Oct. 6, 2009 at 5:51 p.m.
OMFG!!! >_< I CANT BREATH!!! HIS AWESOMENESS!! TOO GREAT!!! 
 
I think I just had a heart attack when I read the title. 
 
and that Ipod... ITS MINE! >_< GRRR! XP
ryanwhon Oct. 6, 2009 at 5:56 p.m.
I would love random Stan Lee cameos in things he had nothing to do with.
Babs staff on Oct. 6, 2009 at 6:05 p.m.
@afierce: You have no idea how nervous I was! He was fantastic, and we were really lucky to score this one. :)
kneel before doomon Oct. 6, 2009 at 6:34 p.m.
Stan:I have all the time in the world
Bab:I don't know about that
O_O that's really mean(kidding)
SBautistaon Oct. 6, 2009 at 6:34 p.m.
Great interview! Here's my attempt at an entry.  
http://www.comicvine.com/myvine/sbautista/stan-the-man-lee/87-45815/
DragonRex1on Oct. 6, 2009 at 6:37 p.m.

Stan Lee is like the Jesus of comics. 
 
 
However... a douchebag of an intstructor I have said he's  "overrated"... in case anyone heard a guy said that and glared at him at the convention... that's him. Yeah, I hate him for saying that too...
TheSavageAssasinon Oct. 6, 2009 at 6:47 p.m.
@ryanwh said:
" I could listen to this man babble on about anything, what a voice. "
I know his voice is amazing!Babs is so lucky!

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