Marvel Comics and Jack Kirby Estate Announce Amicable Resolution

[Earth 2 Chris]

A little more on the legal battle here:

http://www.comicbookresources.com/?page=article&id=55819

I'm a bit torn on these types of things. I feel, in some ways, the heirs of Siegel and Shuster were being greedy in their constant pursuit for more money, ownership, etc., because WB was already paying them quite handsomely when they filed their last suit against them . But Kirby's family was getting NOTHING. It as a crime, and I'm glad it's been resolved to their satisfaction.

Chris

[Brazoo]

Fantastic news and totally shocking. I really hope the Kirby's got something substantial from the settlement - though we'll never know.

I'm a HUGE Kirby fan, so I'm really hoping to see Marvel using his name more prominently and building his legacy in the popular consciousness. I'm always amazed and depressed when I talk to comic fans who don't know who Kirby is.

[Earth 2 Chris]

Well, holy cow. I never thought we'd see the day. It's about damn time.

If you know anything about Kirby, his depression-era upbringing made him fear he would one day lose all he had, and wouldn't be able to support his family. He made some stupid business decisions over the years, playing it safe in the hopes he would keep his job and he would eventually be rewarded for his contributions. It's nice to hear his hard work finally will pay off for his family financially.

Disney/Marvel was smart to do this. It creates some good will amongst comic fans for sure. And it's just the right thing to do.

Chris

[clemso]

Excellent news, one of my favorite comic book artists. Too bad he isn't around to share all those movie cameos with Stan Lee. Jack certainly deserved it.

http://www.superherohype.com/news/316575-marvel-comics-and-jack-kirby-estate-announce-amicable-resolution