Clayface: Celebrity Dirt #1

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• 10

  AIPT - Jonathan Waugh

  Jul 08, 2026

  Merging the psychological and the physical horror of the long time Batman rogue with the plasticity of tinsel town, Clayface: Celebrity Dirt's debut issue is one of the best new entries in DC's already stellar All-In initiative. Read Full Review

• 10

  Capes & Tights - Justin Soderberg

  Jul 08, 2026

  Clayface: Celebrity Dirt hits hard for those looking for a different side of the DC Universe. Jude Ellison S. Doyle brings his horror writing talents, while Fran Galán illustrates the heck out of Basil Karlo’s story. Clayface: Celebrity Dirt is a wonderful balance of superhero storytelling and unsettling body horror with an identity-driven mystery that is a fresh take on what you’d expect from a DC Comic. Creepy and surprising, Celebrity Dirt is accessible to a wide range of comic readers. Read Full Review

• 10

  Get Your Comic On - Aaron Gillingham

  Jul 08, 2026

  Clayface: Celebrity Dirt kicks things off in grotesque fashion with a gripping story, intense artwork and a perfect balance of body horror and noir sensibilities that proves why Jude Ellison S. Doyle is still one of the most exciting horror comic writers working today. Read Full Review

• 10

  Comic Watch - Chad Burdette

  Jul 08, 2026

  Clayface: Celebrity Dirt #1 - is a solid and strongly written, drawn, and colored forray into the character of the Bat villian / sometimes ally that establishes an exciting mystery and storyline sure to keep this series on the Top Of The Stack. Read Full Review

• 9.0

  Geek Dad - Ray Goldfield

  Jul 08, 2026

  There’s a pit of dread in your stomach with every scene, just waiting for the new horror or jump-scare to unleash itself on the reader. Read Full Review

• 9.0

  ComicBook.com - Matthew Aguilar

  Jul 08, 2026

  Published By: DC ComicsWritten By: Jude Ellison S. DoyleArt By: Fran GalanColored By: Patricio DelpecheLettered By: Tom Napolitano Read Full Review

• 9.0

  Comic Crusaders - Al Mega

  Jul 09, 2026

  Clayface: Celebrity Dirt #1 is a stylish, creepy, psychologically sharp debut that gives Basil Karlo the spotlight while making sure that spotlight burns. Doyle writes with teeth, Galán delivers horror glamour with mud on its shoes, Delpeche makes the sickness glow, and Napolitano keeps the whole nightmare moving. This is not just a Clayface comeback. This is a Hollywood mudslide with a grudge. WEPA! Read Full Review

• 8.8

  Fanlight Zone - Ken M.

  Jul 08, 2026

  Basil Karlo is a master of smoke and mirrors until he walks into a new world unknown to him in a very intriguing debut. Doyle’s writing thrives in establishing the chills of Karlo’s distorted views. Galán & Delpeche spare no expense on craft horrific scenarios via the art. TA chilling look at a broken soul underneath the bright lights of Hollywood. Read Full Review

• 8.6

  The Super Powered Fancast - Deron Generally

  Jul 08, 2026

  Galan delivers stunning art throughout the issue. Everything from the character designs to the environments draws the eye beautifully. Read Full Review

• 8.0

  But Why Tho? - William Tucker

  Jul 08, 2026

  Clayface: Celebrity Dirt Issue 1 tries to knead a lot of material into one solid story. This is a book filled with grime and gore, exposing the reader to a world that seems devoid of light. Read Full Review