Archie's Pals 'n' Gals Double Digest Magazine #85
In "Half-Baked Prize," the Pussycats land a surprise appearance on the Arthur Goodgrief Show, where Alexandra’s return to the group sparks a backstage rivalry with the other girls. As tensions rise and the spotlight shines bright, one moment on live TV reveals a surprising moment of recognition—Valerie catches the eye of a talent scout, even as Alexandra’s ambitions take a misstep. Written by Dick Malmgren and brought to life with Dan DeCarlo’s signature style, Rudy Lapick’s inks, Barry Grossman’s colors, and Bill Yoshida’s lettering, this 2004 Double Digest gem features a cover by Stan Goldberg and Bob Smith.
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When the Pussycats get a gig on the Arthur Goodgrief Show, Alexandra talks her way back into the group and tries to upstage the other girls on live TV. And yet a talent scout in the audience still notices Valerie, while telling Alexandra that she has no talent.
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