Cover: Dan DeCarlo & Rudy Lapick

Archie #191

Jun 1969 · Archie · 0.12 USD

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“Fleeting Fame”

In "Fleeting Fame," Jughead’s excitement over the Archies landing a gig at the glamorous "Riverboat" quickly turns sour when they discover the venue is far from what they expected. As the band grapples with the disappointment, Jughead brushes off yet another unsolicited offer from a stranger claiming to have a spot on "The Carson Show." Written by Frank Doyle and illustrated by Harry Lucey, with lettering by Bill Yoshida, this 1969 classic captures the humor and heart of small-town dreams with a touch of small-time hustle. The cover, by Dan DeCarlo and Rudy Lapick, perfectly captures the moment’s mix of hope and hilarity.

writer Frank Doyle · artist Harry Lucey · letterer Bill Yoshida · cover Dan DeCarlo, Rudy Lapick

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Cast · 14 characters

Archie Andrews Betty Cooper Fred Andrews Geraldine Grundy Greg Hiram Lodge Hot Dog Jeri Lawrence Jughead Jones Li'l Jinx Mary Andrews Reggie Mantle Veronica Lodge Waldo Weatherbee

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writer Frank Doyle

artist Harry Lucey

letterer Bill Yoshida

cover pencils Dan DeCarlo

cover inks Rudy Lapick

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Jughead accepts an invitation for the Archies to play at "The Riverboat," thinking it's the swanky New York club. When they realize they've been cheated, Jughead gets rid of another guy who offers a spot on "The Carson Show."

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