SEPTEMBER 18, 2021 | MERCED COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS | MERCED, CA
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SPECIAL GUESTS
Tom Sizemore
Tom Sizemore is a prolific actor who has been involved in iconic films playing iconic roles with iconic actors. He is best known for playing Sergeant Horvath in the film Saving Private Ryan (1998), and Michael Cheritto in the film Heat (1995). His other films and television include Passenger 57 (1992), Striking Distance (1993), Wyatt Earp (1994), Natural Born Killers (1994), Strange Days (1995), Pearl Harbor (2001), Black Hawk Down (2001), and so many other films. He has worked on several films in 2020.
Bai Ling
Bai Ling recognized for unbridled freedom and creativity, Bai Ling has become undoubtedly one of the world’s most diverse and captivating actresses.
Born in the city of Cheng Du in southern China, Bai Ling began her career at age of 14. She first gained the attention of audiences and critics alike when she won the coveted lead role opposite Richard Gere in Jon Avnet’s Red Corner (1997). While developing her remarkable facility with the English language, she has worked with such prestigious filmmakers as Oliver Stone in Nixon (1995), George Lucas in Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith (2005), Barry Sonnenfeld in Wild Wild West (1999), Spike Lee in She Hate Me (2004), Andy Tennant in Anna and the King (1999), Ang Lee in The Wedding Banquet (1993), Alex Proyas in The Crow (1994) and Luc Besson‘ in Taxi 3 (2003), in which she spoke French. She also starred in Terrence Malick‘s Broadway production of Sansho the Bailiff. She dazzled audiences with her portrayal of the sexy, mysterious Achara in the hit TV series Lost, and intrigued viewers with her seductive yet exhilarating role in HBO’s Entourage (2004).
Cesar Garcia
Cesar Garcia is a Mexican-American actor/producer/writer best known for his break out roles in Fast & Furious as Juvenal, Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul as No-Doze. Cesar has also starred in many other tv series such as On My Block, Criminal Minds, Marvel’s The Runaways, NCIS Los Angeles, True Detective, Lopez, Weeds and The Shield. To date, with over 60 credits to his name. He also performed his own stunts in 2009 in the fourth installment of Fast & Furious alongside the late Paul Walker. From starting out as an extra to now having lead and supporting roles in blockbuster films and hit television shows, the rest is history. Cesar is now one of the most sought out Latino actors in Hollywood!!!
C. Andrew Nelson
C. Andrew Nelson is an award winning artist, actor, writer, consultant, and motivational speaker. Andrew is probably best known for having played the character of Darth Vader in the Special Edition re-release of the original Star Wars trilogy as well as in the Rebel Assault II and Dark Forces games from LucasArts. Andrew, who began playing Vader for Lucasfilm in 1994, has portrayed the infamous dark lord for commercials, television shows, print, games, and live appearances. He has managed to spend more time in the official Vader costume than any other actor.
Patricia Summerland
Patricia Summerland is a actress, athlete, pro wrestler and model for the last 40 years. Patricia is best known for her work on the popular TV series, GLOW Wrestling, as Sunny The California Girl.
Patricia starred in Battling Beauties On The Strip in Las Vegas in 1989, where she sang along with wrestling. Patricia was featured in the NFL calendar in 1988, and photo shoot as a “Number 1 poster girl for the tight end” and many other posters. She has also been featured in various ESPN commercials, movies and regularly sponsored commercials in the 1990's.
Patricia opened Pre-Ceremonies for the Olympics in Los Angeles as Sunny The California Girl. Patricia was featured as a first time lead in feature film ever from Las Vegas, as well was casted and posed in the 1999 KISS issue of PLAYBOY.
Luis Rivera
Luis Rivera has worked in the comic book industry for many years and on such great titles as The Sensational G-Girl, The Mis-Adventures of Adam West, Robin The Hood, Fun Adventure Comics, King City, Champions, War’s Chosen, Vampires Unlimited: Shades of Things to Come, Old School, The Powerhouse, Fire Fox, Pirate Bay, and C.L.A.W.S. Luis also inked Team Colossus comic book which will be available at the show.
Chris Marrinan
Chris Marrinan graduated from the Academy of Art in San Francisco, with a BFA in Illustration. He began his art career doing advertising illustration, but quickly gravitated toward comics. Beginning with small publishers Eclipse, and then Heroic Comics, he then began finding steady work with Marvel and DC Comics. Chris has drawn comics for many publishers over the years, including Dark Horse and Image Comics, where he created his own titles, HeadHunters, and Ms. Fortune. Currently, Chris is working on projects with Dark Horse (creator-owned Mike Fortune), and Heroic Publications Legends of the Champions. He is also the artist on Commando Cody Monthly. Chris has also worked on classic titles like Excalibur, Wonder Woman, Doctor Strange, Nova, and many more.
John Heebink
John Heebink is a comic book artist in Petaluma. His credits include Vampirella and Elvira, Nick Fury, Daredevil, Quasar and the Power Rangers. Heebink inks and edits SUCKER, a grindhouse vampire epic by Jason McNamara and Tony Talbert. He’s also working on a 1930s aviation-espionage adventure.
Peter Secosh
Peter Secosh is an American graphic artist. He has worked on posters, board game logos, tattoos, and storyboards. He has also worked on various comic books over the years including The Bod, Doll and Creature, Elvira, Nocturnals: Troll Bridge, Vampirella, Soul Searchers, The Software that Held The Developer Captive, Out with a Bang, Sucker.
Peter is also an official Team Colossus artist.
EXCLUSIVE CONVENTION PRINTS BY PETER SECOSH
*** FREE TO ATTENDEES WHILE SUPPLY LASTS***
Tobe Daranouvong
Tobe, pronounced “2 B” and not “toe bee,” co-creator and artist of Alpha Q Comics (Villain Comic), and artist of Sumo Geisha, has wanted to draw comics since he picked up Silver Surfer #1 for $1.50 off of Lunar’s orange ice cream truck when he was 9 years old and after seeing how awesome a ninja turtle could be drawn, he set his heart on art. He created his way through school getting a degree in graphic design and illustration as well as Film from Sac State. During a horrific accident his drawing pencil was fused to his hand and Tobe is now ready to bring this story to life. He currently resides in Vacaville, CA with his talented and supportive wife, his daughter, who is the apple of his eye, and a tiger.
EXCLUSIVE CONVENTION PRINT BY TOBE DARANOUVONG
*** FREE TO ATTENDEES WHILE SUPPLY LASTS***
Lady Deadpool Fresno
Lady Deadpool Fresno is a local Central Valley cosplayer who has been cosplaying and bringing smiles to fans' faces.
Deadpool Fresno
I started my Acting Career with Devore Studies when I was 7 years old. I always had a love for movies, theater. Was then I got into Comics, Video games. From there I thought "Why not combine everything that I love and share it with other?" Thus, I became a Cosplayer. Never did I expect my road to lead me to great things, but because of it, I now give back 110% to my community and other Cons who had made me who I am today.
Deadpurple7
Alison aka Deadpurple7 is a cosplay personality like no other (a total dork). After 4+ years of traveling and hosting cosplay contests, cosplay has become a staple in her life. She loves meeting new people and reconnecting with friends at any event. From Sci-Fi to Fantasy, Alison is a fan of all things nerdy. She enjoys to volunteering her time to the community, inspiring others to follow their dreams, and absolutely loves to embark on wild adventures. "I am more than happy, grateful, and excited to see everyone again so we can make new memories and have awesome adventures!
Noel
Hey, My name is Noel, I’ve been cosplaying for about 4 years. I started this because of my son, it gave us something to look forward to, on weekends here and there at local cons. Although my son grew out of this, It became some what of a passion for me. I enjoy putting smiles on kids, even on adults, when they see there favorite hero. can’t wait to meet you guys!