Cm punk was the best in the world the former wrestling star is now a failed mma fighter, despite years of striving. Cm punk, marvel comic writer and former wwe star, set for ufc debut in september. People often stand around the store, noses buried in. Cm punk, exwrestler and comics newcomer, and old battle horse cullen bunn, joined by penciler scott hepburn, whose half cartoony half gritty style just matches this books tone, inker scott hanna, and colorist matt milla. For more cm punk and wwe videos, please subscribe to our channel. So it should be no surprise that, having not written a comic book in a while, punk has no qualms trashing comics professionals as well. When told by a reporter that he hadnt seen cm punk doing any acting, at wizard world comic con on 24th jan, 2014. In the comics narrative, cm punk is a vigilante working to overthrow the corrupt government of titan city. Cm punk, also known by his birth name phillip jack brooks, has been a fixture in the wwe scene. Also known for his prowrestling identity cm punk, phillip has also been noted as a huge comic fan, even to the point of including an intro into avengers vs.
Combined with his longheld straight edge beliefs, it seems the only vice punk may have now are comic books. Not only has he signed a contract with the ufc, hes also building a resume as a comic book writer. Wwe world heavyweight champion cm punk talks about comics at. Punk went on to briefly compete in ufc, penned comic books for marvel and recently starred in horror film girl on the third floor. Cm punk enter the wrestling ring with funkos line of wwe figures in their bestselling pop.
Cm punk reveals which marvel character he wants to write next. Not so long ago, punk had really been the best in the world, or close to it. Now that cm punk has retired from wwe, he will be penning comic books for marvel, starting with a storyline for thor. Things only go from bad to worse when punk falls into the stalkers clutches. Chicago native and former pro wrestler cm punk aka phil brooks hopes to fight in the ufc octagon by the end of 2015. Theres been lots of talk regarding all elite wrestling aew lately, though in making a comparison to image comics cm punk got burned by cofounder rob liefeld. The wrestler is an advocate for animal welfare and served for the national alliance on mental illness nami and the american society for the prevention of cruelty to animals aspca. Cm punk phillip jack brooks born october 26, 1978, better known by the ring name cm punk, is an american mixed martial artist, comic book writer and retired professional wrestler. Exwwe star cm punk is now writing comic books for marvel. Wwe champion cm punk tells us his thoughts about some of his most and least favourite comic books. Since parting ways with wwe, punk has gone on to write comic books for marvel, compete in the ufc and, more recently, star in the horror film girl on the third floor, released in theaters last month.
Stephen amell, star of the cws arrow, recently participated in and won a. Inappropriate the list including its title or description facilitates illegal activity, or contains hate speech or ad hominem attacks on a fellow goodreads member or author. Wwe world heavyweight champion cm punk talks about comics at the silver snail duration. Cm punk has certainly been keeping busy since ending his wwe career.
Cm punk, whose actual name is phillip jack brooks, is a retired american professional wrestler and twotime wwe champion. The character is a weapons master and has clashed with the fantastic four, daredevil and spiderman. Pages in category punk comics the following 14 pages are in this category, out of 14 total. Those who are familiar with cm punk primarily known him as a former professional wrestlerturnedmma fighter, but he also is a huge comic book fan. Cm punk joins marvel as comic book writer bleacher. Cm punk trains for mma, writes comic books, quotes gandhi. The wrestler aka phil brooks has been a fan since he picked up a g. Punk is known for his love of comic books, considering them along with jazz and professional wrestling as three of the original arts that america has given to the world. Where he is the longestreigning wwe champion of the modern era since hulk hogans 1,474 day reign ended in 1988, having held the title for 434 days from november 20, 2011 to january 27, 20. Since parting ways with wwe, punk has gone on to write comic books for marvel, compete in the ufc and, more recently, star in the horror film.
Punks tryst with wrestling started in the most unexpected of fashion. Punk s reign is officially recognized as the sixthlongest of all time. His latest offering appears in the third issue of vertigos strange sports stories. Wwe champ cm punk writes an introduction for next months avengers vs. Punk will also be writing for other marvel books in 2015. He is currently signed to both the ultimate fighting championship ufc, where he competes in the welterweight division, and to cage fury fighting championships. Phil cm punk brooks gallery real name phillip jack brooks pseudonyms cm punk titles writer. Cm punk joins marvel as comic book writer bleacher report. Punk is known for his love of comic books, considering them along with jazz and professional wrestling as three. Spam or selfpromotional the list is spam or selfpromotional. Cm punk has been cited by several wrestlers as an inspiration or having influence on their careers. While portraying a crowd favorite, punks character tends to be that of punks normal personality, largely indifferent. Cm punk has made the leap from wwe to the ufc, but hes also begun a burgeoning career as a comic book writer.
Joining the ranks of world heavyweight champion daniel bryan, chikara fan favorite ultramantis black and your favorite cageside seats writer no, not geno. Punks reign is officially recognized as the sixthlongest of all time. Some of your favorite wwe stars past and present including cm punk, john cena, rey mysterio, sheamus, stone cold steve austin, and the rock are recreated in. Cm punk 1st reign june 18, 2005 august 12, 2005 toonhead2102 added this to a list 3 years, 3 months ago nwawcwworld heavyweight title history 44 person items. The character is a weapons master and has clashed with the fantastic four. He also dabbled in the marvel universe, writing a series of books centering on the destroyer known as drax in guardians of the galaxy. Marvel announces new drax series to be written by cm punk. It isnt just his time in the ring that had made the alterego of cm punk a comicfan favorite. Punk left an unforgettable legacy during his wwe career, including holding the wwe championship for a remarkable 434 days. A two time wwe champion, movie star, and appearing in everything from reality tv to video games and. The inner nerd c m punk is a selfproclaimed nerd and had his childhood dream come true when he wrote an introduction for marvels 2012 avengers vs. They live in chicago, illinois, and milwaukee, wisconsin.
Cm punk, has to deal with a troubled marriage and a haunted house in the upcoming horror movie girl on the third floor and now you can see a. Cm punk working on the thor annual, picture released with the. Phil cm punk brooks has written drax and thor comics, and now hes about to. Cm punks english lessons return with new grammar slam series while many comic fans are familiar with the punisher, not everyone knows about paste pot pete. There are some good ones listed here, especially punk rock and trailer parks. Aj lee is married to r phil brooks, also known as cm punk, on june, 2014. What started as a fun activity eventually became his chosen career path.
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From cm punk to sting, several wwe superstars have turned to comic. Cm punk s english lessons return with new grammar slam series while many comic fans are familiar with the punisher, not everyone knows about paste pot pete. Jonathan diener october 8, 2016 social media gives a new inside look at the lives of our favorite artists. Wwes aj lee talks wrestlemania 29, comic books and more ign. In 2014, cm punk took his leave from professional wrestling and has since focused on other things, such as sports and comic books. Cm punk, marvel comic writer and former wwe star, set for. I would also recommend a comic that came out in the early 2000s called teenagers from mars. Punk has some experience writing for marvel comics, having tackled fan favorite characters like drax and thor in the past. The one thing common between wwe and comic books is that they. These days though, shes firmly in the heel world, aligned with dolph ziggler and big. Best punk books 94 books meet your next favorite book. Cm punk throws shade at wwe regarding the lanabobby lashley wedding on wwe raw wwe cm punk pitches hilarious way to book the rusev, lana and bobby lashley storyline.
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