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Jason Aaron Tapped To Write IDW’s TMNT Relaunch

A couple days ago we reported on IDW’s “final” issue of TMNT with a lot of “stuff in quote marks” as we already knew that wasn’t the end of it. Before then, news had broke of Turtles owner Paramount striking a new extended deal with IDW for further years of comics. What we didn’t know was what IDW had planned from that point, but as of this evening we do.

The relaunch of the TMNT comic will be led by writer Jason Aaron, winner of the Eisner Award and veteran of the industry with a record as long as his graying beard. In the past he’s written for such characters as Wolverine, Ghost Rider, Batman and Thor. Now he can add the Heroes in a Half-Shell to his resume.

“Launching a new TMNT comic series in the midst of the characters’ 40th anniversary is clearly one of those dream jobs of all comic book dream jobs,” said Aaron. “Especially for me, a kid who first fell in love with the Turtles all those years ago because of that original Mirage Studios series, buying those groundbreaking issues fresh off the rack, comics that kicked you in the face with their action-packed grit and gloriously raw attitude.” Yup, 1984 was forty years ago.

“I couldn’t be more honored and thrilled to get to add to that esteemed legacy of comic book face-kicking, especially as part of an amazing IDW run that has expanded the world and timeline of the Turtles in such daring and exciting ways. In terms of what’s to come, the kid in me wants you to know that you can expect some good old-fashioned grit, a sprinkle of dark, new attitude and all the bone-cracking action that four mutated ninja brothers can possibly handle.”

The new TMNT will pre-launch in June with a preview issue, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Alpha, before officially launching the following month with Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles #1 in July. More info as we get it.

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Destiny

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It's ironic how perspectives have changed. Back then, lip-syncing was a major scandal, but now it's commonplace. Many popular singers today rely heavily on it, yet their fame remains unaffected. It’s unfortunate that Milli Vanilli bore the brunt of public criticism for something that's now widely accepted. Rob's untimely passing is a sad reminder of the toll this scandal took. On the other hand, Fabrice's perseverance is commendable. He faced adversity bravely and ultimately proved his talent.

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It's a tragic story of manipulation. Frank Farian created Milli Vanilli, built them into superstars, then ruthlessly destroyed them. It's disheartening that Fabrice and Rob, young and inexperienced, placed their trust in the wrong hands. Had they had strong legal counsel from the outset, perhaps the outcome would have been different. It's a classic case of power imbalance, with devastating consequences.

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The Milli Vanilli story is just heartbreaking, man. Can you imagine being in their shoes? One minute you're on top of the world, famous, living the dream. Then, boom, it all comes crashing down. It's crazy how much pressure those guys were under. I feel especially bad for Robert Pilatus. It sounds like he really struggled after everything happened. To end up taking his own life? That's just tragic. It makes you think about how much fame can really mess with your head.

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It's wild to think about how different things would be if Milli Vanilli were from today. With TikTok and all, lip-syncing is basically an art form now. Those guys were such good dancers and had amazing stage presence. They would've been huge stars, for sure. I mean, they were already good-looking, and with a little TikTok magic, they could've been global sensations. It's a shame they didn't have more control over their careers. They can actually sing but their Manager have the control

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You know, I feel a bit guilty about how I reacted to the Milli Vanilli scandal back in the day. I was one of those people who completely bought into the hype and joined the chorus of critics. I mean, the lip-syncing thing was a huge deal, and everyone was talking about it, so I just kind of went along with it. But now, learning more about what they went through, I can't help but feel a sense of remorse. It's easy to forget that they were just regular people caught up in a whirlwind of fame and deception.

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I'm really impressed with the casting for this Milli Vanilli movie. The actors look spot on! It's like they found their real-life doppelgangers. I mean, it's uncanny how similar they look. It really adds to the authenticity of the film and helps you feel like you're actually watching the story unfold. It's a small detail, but it makes a huge difference. I can't imagine anyone else playing those roles.

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You know, I've seen some stuff online about Rob and Fab actually being able to sing. There are some old videos floating around on YouTube where they're jamming out. It's crazy to think that their manager didn't believe in them because of their accents. I mean, can you imagine having your whole career mapped out for you like that and then having it completely derailed? It's a real bummer. It makes you wonder what could've been.

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It's crazy how one big scandal can have such a lasting impact. The Milli Vanilli incident was a massive deal back in the day, and it seems like it's still affecting the music industry today. I mean, look at it: most major artists now just lip-sync their entire performances. It's like a slap in the face to fans who pay a fortune for concert tickets, expecting a live show. It's a shame that something so genuine and raw like live singing is becoming a rarity.

I can't help but feel for Milli Vanilli. They were put in a terrible situation and became scapegoats for a much larger problem in the industry. The fact that their lives were so dramatically impacted by this is truly tragic. It’s like a cautionary tale about the dark side of fame and the lengths people will go to for success.

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It's just so unfair how the entire weight of the Milli Vanilli scandal fell on Rob and Fab. They were the ones who took all the blame and the public's wrath, while their manager, the mastermind behind the whole thing, got away scot-free. It's like he lived his life without any consequences for ruining theirs. That's just messed up. They deserved so much better.

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