Archie's Girls Betty and Veronica #156
In "The Trainer," Veronica sets a test for Archie by suggesting Jughead’s been seen with a redhead—just to see how he’ll react when faced with a juicy rumor. Written by Frank Doyle and brought to life with Dan DeCarlo’s signature style, this 1968 issue captures the playful tension of teenage gossip, with Rudy Lapick’s inks and Barry Grossman’s colors adding warmth to the familiar Riverdale charm. The cover by Dan DeCarlo and Rudy Lapick perfectly captures the moment’s mischievous energy.
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In order to show Archie the difference between spreading vicious gossip and merely exchanging current events, Veronica tells him Jughead has been seen with a redhead.
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