Ward had a specific genius for "wardrobe malfunctions" before they were a scandal. A gust of wind, a clumsy oaf, or a speeding taxi would always result in a torn dress or a flying hat—always tasteful, always hilarious, and always perfectly timed. For the modern collector, finding original A.U.N.T. magazines in decent condition is a treasure hunt. They were printed on cheap pulp paper meant to be thrown away after a week on the newsstand.
She may not have a name, but she certainly has a lot of personality. Do you have a favorite Bill Ward comic or a vintage magazine find? Drop a comment below—I’d love to see your collection! Sizzle the Girl from A U N T comic by Bill Ward
Sizzle and Smile: Celebrating "The Girl from A.U.N.T." by the Legendary Bill Ward Ward had a specific genius for "wardrobe malfunctions"
And who did Harrison hire to draw the star feature? The Character: The Anti-Secret Agent In the early 60s, the world was obsessed with secret agents (think James Bond and The Man from U.N.C.L.E. ). Ward and the editors at A.U.N.T. brilliantly parodied this trend. magazines in decent condition is a treasure hunt
The comic strip—often running 4 to 8 pages—featured a stunning, impossibly curvaceous redhead (or brunette, depending on the printing) who was an operative for the "A.U.N.T." organization.