Hmm. I’ve seen some of The King’s paintings, and while he actually does seem to have some talent, I’m pretty sure there’s gonna be a lot of outside influence on this comic in order to guarantee it’s sellable. Still, this is a great idea on DC’s part, getting a totally non-superhero or comic oriented creator to work on a comic. I’d still love to see a Vertigo mini penned by Tarantino, or a Superman story written by Seinfeld though.

For Jerry “The King” Lawler, it’s not a dream, not an imaginary story…but it is what he calls “the fulfillment of a lifelong fantasy.” DC Comics has summoned The King to draw Superman for an upcoming project. Needless to say, Lawler—an accomplished artist, a huge comics fan and a lifelong Superman enthusiast—accepted the job faster than a speeding bullet. Check back with WWE.com next week when The King reveals the secret origins behind his super-art assignment, his artistic influences, and how he compares drawing the Man of Steel to WWE Superstars.

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