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Marvel unveils George Pérez variant covers coming summer 2023

Check out the first GEORGE PÉREZ VARIANT COVERS, a new line of variant covers kicking off in June.

Press Release

Marvel Comics has revealed there’s a new series of variant covers coming, and they honor artist George Pérez. Marvel Comics will celebrate his impact on the company in a new line of variant covers by working with his estate with rare drawings from George’s archives. The variant covers will start to release in June that is beautifully restored, colored, and showcased on the covers of select Marvel releases. These covers spotlight George’s legendary depictions of Marvel’s greatest heroes, giving fans an opportunity to reflect on his groundbreaking work in the genre.

“George Pérez may no longer be with us, but his work is immortal. And so it’s a delight to be able to share these seldom-seen pieces by George done throughout his career with all of his legions of fans,” Marvel VP Executive Editor Tom Brevoort said.

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“George loved his fans. He loved meeting them and he loved drawing for them. His joy was evident in every smile, hug and stroke of his pen,” Constance Eza of The George Perez Trust shared. “We are beyond thrilled and grateful that Marvel has conceived of this cover program to showcase some of his commissioned works to be enjoyed by fans the world over. We miss him terribly, but his art is part of a legacy that will continue to resonate for years to come. We hope you enjoy these never before published covers!”

Pérez was an influence on us all, so it’s cool to see him getting the recognition he deserves. Don’t miss AIPT’s celebration of the creator to see what I mean.

Check out the first batch revealed so far below.

Marvel unveils George Pérez variant covers coming summer 2023 Marvel unveils George Pérez variant covers coming summer 2023 Marvel unveils George Pérez variant covers coming summer 2023 Marvel unveils George Pérez variant covers coming summer 2023 Marvel unveils George Pérez variant covers coming summer 2023

The legendary creator has been celebrated in other ways, particularly by DC Comics last year.

For more on this news, read the official press release below.

New York, NY— March 23, 2023 — Last year, the comic industry lost one of its most exemplary storytellers, artist George Pérez. During his illustrious career at Marvel Comics, George’s talents graced the pages of AvengersFantastic Four, and many more. His contributions to some of comic books’ most inspirational sagas like Infinity Gauntlet and his seminal run on New Teen Titans will ensure his artwork will live on for generations for fans to enjoy, and later this year, Marvel Comics will celebrate that impact with a new line of variant covers. Working with his estate, Marvel Comics has collected rare drawings from George’s archives and starting in June, these pieces will beautifully restored, colored, and showcased on the covers of select Marvel releases. These covers spotlight George’s legendary depictions of Marvel’s greatest heroes, giving fans an opportunity to reflect on his groundbreaking work on the genre.

“George Pérez may no longer be with us, but his work is immortal. And so it’s a delight to be able to share these seldom-seen pieces by George done throughout his career with all of his legions of fans,” Marvel VP Executive Editor Tom Brevoort said.

“George loved his fans. He loved meeting them and he loved drawing for them. His joy was evident in every smile, hug and stroke of his pen,” Constance Eza of The George Perez Trust shared. “We are beyond thrilled and grateful that Marvel has conceived of this cover program to showcase some of his commissioned works to be enjoyed by fans the world over. We miss him terribly, but his art is part of a legacy that will continue to resonate for years to come. We hope you enjoy these never before published covers!”

The GEORGE PÉREZ VARIANT COVERS will also be available as Virgin Covers. Check out five of the covers now, including non-final sketches, and look for them on your favorite titles throughout the year. For more information, visit Marvel.com.

On Sale 6/7

FANTASTIC FOUR #8 VARIANT COVER BY GEORGE PÉREZ

FANTASTIC FOUR #8 VIRGIN VARIANT COVER BY GEORGE PÉREZ

 

On Sale 6/21

AVENGERS #2 VARIANT COVER BY GEORGE PÉREZ

AVENGERS #2 VIRGIN VARIANT COVER BY GEORGE PÉREZ

 

SCARLET WITCH ANNUAL #1 VARIANT COVER BY GEORGE PÉREZ

SCARLET WITCH ANNUAL #1 VIRGIN VARIANT COVER BY GEORGE PÉREZ

 

INCREDIBLE HULK #1 VARIANT COVER BY GEORGE PÉREZ

INCREDIBLE HULK #1 VIRGIN VARIANT COVER BY GEORGE PÉREZ

On Sale July

TBA #1 VARIANT COVER BY GEORGE PÉREZ

TBA #1 VIRGIN VARIANT COVER BY GEORGE PÉREZ

And many more to come!

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