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Cowabunga, dudes! Turtle Mania is set to hit Tucson Comic-Con like a slice of pepperoni pizza flying out of the sewer, and fans of all ages won’t want to miss it. This year’s convention, running from August 29–31, 2025, at the Tucson Convention Center, celebrates the 35th anniversary of the original Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles movie (1990) in a shell-shocking way. Whether you grew up quoting Mikey’s one-liners or you’re raising the next generation of ninja turtle fans, this is your moment. In an epic reunion, all four original Turtle actors from the 1990 live-action film will be in attendance: David Forman (Leonardo) Leif Tilden (Donatello) Michelan Sisti (Michelangelo) Josh Pais (Raphael) But it gets even better — Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles co-creator Kevin Eastman will also be there to meet fans and celebrate more than three decades of Turtle power. This is a rare chance to meet the legends who brought the Turtles from the page to the big screen. Whether you’re a lifelong fan or ...

Tucson Comic-Con is turning up the heat this summer with the addition of two major pop culture icons to its 2025 guest list: legendary actor Erik Estrada and acclaimed comic book creator Tony Fleecs. The convention, celebrating its 16th year, will take place August 29–31, 2025, at the Tucson Convention Center, promising fans a weekend packed with nostalgia, creativity, and community. A Legendary Lawman Rides Again For anyone who grew up in the golden era of late-70s television, the name Erik Estrada conjures one unmistakable image: Officer Frank “Ponch” Poncherello, astride a gleaming motorcycle in CHiPs. Estrada's high-octane charisma made the California Highway Patrol drama a pop culture phenomenon—and made him a household name. Beyond CHiPs, Estrada has kept busy across decades and mediums, showing off his versatility with voice roles in animated hits like Sealab 2021, Dora the Explorer, and Space Ghost. He’s also had a significant presence in international television, starring ...