special guests
Laz alonso
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Laz Alonso is an American actor best known for his role as Mother’s Milk in the massive Amazon Prime hit series The Boys.
His film credits include major blockbuster hits such as Avatar, Fast & Furious, Jarhead, and Battle: Los Angeles.
Known for his commanding screen presence and versatility, Alonso has built a career spanning action, drama, and fan-favorite genre entertainment.
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Autographs and Selfies:
Saturday & Sunday - at celebrity row in Berglund Special Events Center - aside from breaks and on stage events
Official Photo Ops:
TBA
On Stage Q&A:
TBA
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Saturday, August 8th - https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/010064B6ACE8F6A7
Sunday, August 9th - https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/010064B6AE75FBB8
Reunion Photo Op Sat:https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/01006496DBF01B52
Reunion Photo Op Sun:
Jessie t. usher
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Jessie Usher first gained recognition as Lyle in the series Level Up, followed by his breakout role as Cam Calloway in the Starz drama Survivor's Remorse. He is widely recognized for portraying Reggie Franklin, aka A-Train, in the massive, hit Amazon Prime series The Boys.
On the big screen, Usher has appeared in When the Game Stands Tall, Teenage, Independence Day: Resurgence, Shaft, and the horror hit Smile. -
Autographs and Selfies:
Saturday & Sunday - at celebrity row in Berglund Special Events Center - aside from breaks and on stage events
Official Photo Ops:
TBA
On Stage Q&A:
TBA
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Saturday, August 8th - https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/010064B6B2C8148C
Sunday, August 9th - https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/010064B6B36C1885
Reunion Photo Op Sat:
https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/01006496DBF01B52
Reunion Photo Op Sun:
Chris potter
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Chris Potter is a celebrated Canadian actor and voice performer whose career spans television, animation, and daytime drama. He is best known to genre fans for starring as Peter Caine alongside David Carradine in the hit action series Kung Fu: The Legend Continues, where he became a fan favorite as the martial arts hero's crime-fighting son. He also earned widespread recognition as Jake Russell in Hallmark Channel's beloved Good Witch films and television series.
Soap opera audiences know Potter from memorable roles on The Young and the Restless and other daytime television favorites, while animation fans recognize him as the original voice of Gambit in X-Men: The Animated Series. In Marvel's acclaimed revival X-Men '97, Potter returned to the X-Men universe to voice the time-traveling mutant Cable, further cementing his legacy in one of the most beloved superhero franchises of all time.
With a career that includes hundreds of television episodes, films, and voice acting roles, Chris Potter remains one of Canada's most versatile and enduring performers. Whether battling mutants, solving crimes, navigating soap opera drama, or wielding martial arts skills, his work has entertained audiences around the world for more than three decades.
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Autographs and Selfies:
Saturday & Sunday - at celebrity row in Berglund Special Events Center - aside from breaks and on stage events
Official Photo Ops:
TBA
On Stage Q&A:
TBA
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Coming soon~
phil lamarr
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A Los Angeles native, Phil is an alumnus of Yale University and The Groundlings Theater and is perhaps best known as one of the original cast members of MAD TV, the voice of SAMURAI JACK, “Hermes” on FUTURAMA, “Static” on STATIC SHOCK, “Green Lantern” on JUSTICE LEAGUE and as "Marvin" in PULP FICTION.
For over 30 years, Phil has thrilled audiences with his work on camera and behind the mic on TV shows such as FAMILY GUY, YOUNG JUSTICE, STAR WARS: THE CLONE WARS, STAR TREK:LOWER DECKS, THE FLASH, SUPERGIRL, GET SHORTY, LUCIFER, CURB YOUR ENTHUSIASM and VEEP; feature films like MADAGASCAR 2, INCREDIBLES 2, and THE LION KING (2019) and video games including JAK & DAXTER, FORTNITE, SHADOW OF MORDOR, and the METAL GEAR SOLID, INJUSTICE and MORTAL KOMBAT series. In recent time there are new episodes of FUTURAMA on Hulu and an Audible’s series MORIARTY with Phil performing the role of “Sherlock Holmes”.
His stage work includes productions with The Actor’s Gang, South Coast Repertory, Sacred Fools Theatre, and Phil also portrayed “Cowboy Curtis” in "The Pee-wee Herman Show" both on at The Stephen Sondheim Theatre on Broadway and in the Emmy-nominated HBO special. Currently, Phil is performing monthly onstage with "THE BLACK VERSION" (theblackversion.com), performing onscreen in the film PARADISE RECORDS by the rapper LOGIC and indie films SWOLE MATE & BUZZ.
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Autographs and Selfies:
Saturday & Sunday - at celebrity row in Berglund Special Events Center - aside from breaks and on stage events
Official Photo Ops:
TBA
On Stage Q&A:
TBA
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catherine bell
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Catherine Bell is a beloved actress, producer, and voice performer best known for her starring role as Cassie Nightingale in Hallmark Channel's beloved Good Witch franchise. Over the course of seven seasons and multiple television movies, Bell brought warmth, wisdom, and a touch of magic to one of Hallmark's most successful and enduring series.
Fans also know Catherine for her iconic role as Lieutenant Colonel Sarah "Mac" MacKenzie on the long-running military drama JAG, where she became one of television's most popular leading ladies. Her extensive television career has included starring roles in Army Wives, NCIS: Los Angeles, and numerous hit films like Bruce Almighty and television movies.
In addition to her on-screen work, Bell has lent her voice to several animated projects and video games.
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Autographs and Selfies:
Saturday & Sunday - at celebrity row in Berglund Special Events Center - aside from breaks and on stage events
Official Photo Ops:
TBA
On Stage Q&A:
TBA
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Coming soon!
james pax
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James Pax is best known for his unforgettable role as the Lightning Sorcerer in the 1986 cult classic Big Trouble in Little China. Directed by legendary filmmaker John Carpenter, the film starred Kurt Russell, Kim Cattrall, and helped cement its place as one of the most beloved cult action-fantasy films of the 1980s.
Pax is an action legend known for roles in Kinjite: Forbidden Subjects alongside Charles Bronson, Invasion U.S.A. with Chuck Norris, Shootfighter: Fight to the Death with William Zabka, and the action series The Nasty Boys produced by Dick Wolf. He also appeared in the Hong Kong action hit The Heroic Trio with Michelle Yeoh.
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Autographs and Selfies:
Saturday & Sunday - at celebrity row in Berglund Special Events Center - aside from breaks and on stage events
Official Photo Ops:
TBA
On Stage Q&A:
TBA
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thomas ian nicholas
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Thomas Nicholas is an actor, producer, and longtime member of the Screen Actors Guild and ASCAP who recently joined the Producers Guild of America. He produced and starred in the Lionsgate neo-noir thriller Adverse (2021), alongside Mickey Rourke, Sean Astin, Lou Diamond Phillips, and Penelope Ann Miller, and previously produced and starred in Living Among Us. In 2023, he executive produced the Tubi/Amazon series Underdeveloped, appearing alongside Tom Arnold, David Koechner, and Mark Pellegrino.
Nicholas began acting as a child on Who’s the Boss? before gaining fame in hit films like Rookie of the Year and A Kid in King Arthur’s Court, and later as Kevin Myers in the hugely successful American Pie franchise. His career has also included roles in The Rules of Attraction, Stealing Sinatra, Please Give (winner of the 2011 Independent Spirit Award for Best Ensemble), Walt Before Mickey, and the Steven Spielberg-produced TV series Red Band Society. He continues to develop new film and television projects through his production company.
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Autographs and Selfies:
Saturday & Sunday - at celebrity row in Berglund Special Events Center - aside from breaks and on stage events
Official Photo Ops:
TBA
On Stage Q&A:
TBA
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bruce kulick
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Bruce Kulick became a guitar hero when he was asked to join KISS in 1984. As their lead guitarist, Kulick was featured in the band from ’84 until ’96, performing around the world in addition to his recordings and videos with the iconic band. During those years, he earned multiple Platinum and Gold records and video awards. In addition to his years in KISS, he toured or recorded with Meat Loaf, Billy Squier, Michael Bolton, Avantasia, Lordi, Union, and many others.
Kulick played lead guitarist for Grand Funk Railroad, “The American Band” for 23 years departing in Dec of 2023. In addition to his appearances at guitar shows, clinics, and fan autograph events, Bruce has been a featured performer on the sold-out KISS Kruise’s since 2017. He performs as well, with his wife Lisa Lane Kulick and besides doing music together, they have a cooking website called “Kulick’s Pancake Recipes”.
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Autographs and Selfies:
Saturday & Sunday - at celebrity row in Berglund Special Events Center - aside from breaks and on stage events
Official Photo Ops:
TBA
On Stage Q&A:
TBA
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jeff hardy
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The Charismatic Enigma himself — Jeff Hardy — is headed to Big Lick Comic Con!
Known for his fearless high-flying style, Jeff has held multiple world championships and, alongside his brother Matt, changed wrestling forever as The Hardy Boyz and achieved becoming the 2025 TNA World Tag Team Champions! Jeff is also a recording artist, bringing his creativity from the ring to the stage!
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Autographs and Selfies:
Saturday & Sunday - at celebrity row in Berglund Special Events Center - aside from breaks and on stage events
Official Photo Ops:
TBA
On Stage Q&A:
TBA
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matt hardy
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Wrestling legend Matt Hardy is coming to Roanoke!
From revolutionizing tag team wrestling with his brother Jeff as The Hardy Boyz to creating the unforgettable “Broken” persona, Matt’s career spans WWE, AEW, ROH, and more.
Achieving the 2025 TNA World Tag Team Championship, Matt is still inspiring fans around the globe!
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Autographs and Selfies:
Saturday & Sunday - at celebrity row in Berglund Special Events Center - aside from breaks and on stage events
Official Photo Ops:
TBA
On Stage Q&A:
TBA
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Ron Simmons
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Ron Simmons was the first African American to win the WCW World Heavyweight Championship, and was thus the first officially recognized African American World Champion.
Simmons was a Florida State University All-American football player, and played for the Cleveland Browns in the National Football League and the Ottawa Rough Riders in the Canadian Football League.
He became a professional wrestler in 1986, and went on to wrestle in World Championship Wrestling (WCW) under his real name and in the World Wrestling Federation (WWF) under both his real name and the ring names Faarooq Asad and Faarooq.
Ron was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame in 2008 and inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2012.
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Autographs and Selfies:
Saturday & Sunday - at celebrity row in Berglund Special Events Center - aside from breaks and on stage events
Official Photo Ops:
TBA
On Stage Q&A:
TBA
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lex luger
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Lex Luger is a two-time WCW World Heavyweight Champion and one-time WWA World Heavyweight Champion. He is also a five-time NWA/WCW United States Heavyweight Champion who holds the records for consecutive days and total days as champion. He is the second WCW Triple Crown Champion. Although he never won a championship in the WWF, he challenged for every title in the organization (including WWF World Heavyweight Championship matches at SummerSlam in 1993 and WrestleMania X in 1994) and was the 1994 Royal Rumble co-winner with Bret Hart. Pro Wrestling Illustrated readers voted Luger the Most Popular Wrestler of the Year in 1993.
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Autographs and Selfies:
Saturday & Sunday - at celebrity row in Berglund Special Events Center - aside from breaks and on stage events
Official Photo Ops:
TBA
On Stage Q&A:
TBA
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comic creators
charles vess
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Charles Vess is a world-renowned illustrator of mythic fiction. Born in Virginia, he began his career working on Marvel’s Spider-Man and other comics in 1974. Then he branched out into graphic novels and illustrated books, working at publishing houses such as Tor, Harper, Abrams, and Subterranean Press while living in New York City.
Some favorite collaborations include Ursula K. LeGuin’s The Books of Earthsea: The Complete Illustrated Edition (Saga), as well as Susanna Clarke’s Jonathan Strange & Mr. Norrell (Folio Society), Joanne M. Harris’s Honeycomb, and Charles de Lint’s The Cats of Tanglewood Forest and Seven Wild Sisters. Over the years, he has also worked extensively with British writer Neil Gaiman (Sandman), including their novel Stardust, which was made into a major film.
Vess’ artwork has also been exhibited in museums and galleries around the world. He has won two Hugo, four World Fantasy, three Chesley, six Locus, one Mythopoeic, and two Will Eisner Awards for Best Artist over the years.
He lives on the North Fork River in southwestern Virginia where he works diligently from his studio, Green Man Press.
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Tim will arrive at 1pm Saturday then he will be on site for both days of Big Lick Comic Con in Artist Alley.
darryl banks
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Darryl Banks is an acclaimed comic book artist best known for his influential run on Green Lantern at DC Comics, where he co-created fan-favorite hero Kyle Rayner and helped shape the modern Green Lantern universe. He began his career with Cyberpunk and The Justice Machine before going on to illustrate major titles including Legion of Super-Heroes. Banks has also shared his expertise as an instructor in illustration and comic book design at the Columbus College of Art and Design.
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Tim will arrive at 1pm Saturday then he will be on site for both days of Big Lick Comic Con in Artist Alley.