KTLA 5 News story on Jack Kirby's legal battle for Marvel Comics artwork return, 1987

Covers Jack Kirby's successful 30-year legal battle to reclaim his original Marvel Comics artwork. He explains his motivation was providing a college fund for his grandchildren and ensuring they knew of his contributions to creating Spider-Man, Captain America, and the Incredible Hulk. The piece addresses the disparity between Stan Lee receiving widespread recognition while Kirby's collaborative role remained largely unacknowledged, presenting the artwork's return as only a partial victory. Segment runs 2 minutes, 32 seconds.

Resource Identifier
ahcav_08302_028
Citation
Stan Lee papers, Collection No. 8302, Box 163, American Heritage Center, University of Wyoming
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