Kevin Eastman Spent Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Royalties On A Tank
Bleeding Cool
Last updated: July 22, 2026
Kevin Eastman, co-creator of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, discusses how he spent early royalties from the franchise, including a notable purchase of a tank. He also touches on future installments of "The Last Ronin."
- Kevin Eastman revealed in an interview that a significant portion of his initial Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles royalties was used to purchase an armored personnel carrier (APC).
- The APC, described as a functioning tank, was acquired by Eastman in the early days of the franchise's immense popularity.
- He humorously noted that owning a tank was a unique and somewhat excessive way to celebrate the success of the turtles.
- Eastman also confirmed that there are plans for more stories within "The Last Ronin" universe, indicating continued development of the TMNT franchise's darker storylines.
- The interview provided insights into the creator's personal use of early earnings from a globally recognized comic book property.
- His anecdote highlights the unexpected financial windfalls associated with the TMNT's early success and his unconventional choices.
- The discussion underscores the enduring legacy of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and its ongoing evolution through new creative endeavors.
