Mon Feb 10 06:30:00 UTC 2025: ## Comic Book Legend Rob Liefeld Quits Marvel After Red Carpet Snub and Creative Disputes

**New York, NY –** Acclaimed comic book artist Rob Liefeld has announced his departure from Marvel Comics, citing a series of grievances stemming from his treatment at the July premiere of *Deadpool & Wolverine* and ongoing creative disputes. Liefeld, co-creator of Deadpool, claims he and his family were deliberately excluded from the after-party and ignored by Marvel Studios head Kevin Feige on the red carpet, an incident he described as an attempt to “embarrass, diminish, and defeat” him. Furthermore, he alleges that photos taken of him with the film’s cast and crew were subsequently deleted.

These incidents, Liefeld stated on his podcast “Robservations,” followed years of escalating tension with Marvel. He points to a 2023 decision to credit editor Roy Thomas with co-creating Wolverine, bypassing the usual practice of acknowledging the writer and artist, as a major point of contention. In 2024, Liefeld requested a lead credit on *Deadpool & Wolverine*, similar to credits given to other comic creators for film adaptations, a request he says was poorly received. He emphasized the crucial role of comic book creators: “Without the worlds, the characters, and the concepts that we create…there are no films to shoot.”

Liefeld’s final Marvel project, *Deadpool Team-Up #5*, will be released on February 12th, 2025. His departure marks the end of a long-standing relationship with the publisher, canceling previously announced projects like *Major X* and a new *X-Men* series.

While Liefeld’s co-creator on Deadpool, Fabian Nicieza, was reportedly invited to the after-party, his experience also included some disappointments, such as limited interaction with the film’s celebrities and director Shawn Levy. Other creators have voiced their support for Liefeld, highlighting the importance of fair treatment for comic book creators. However, some, like Gail Simone, who had a positive experience at the premiere, expressed hope for a resolution.

The incident has sparked a renewed conversation within the industry regarding the treatment of creators by major publishers and studios. Liefeld’s dramatic exit, echoing similar departures of other high-profile artists in the past, raises questions about the future of creator-studio relationships in the comic book industry.

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