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New York Comic Con brings cosplay and joy to Midtown
Thousands of fans packed the Javits Center as cosplayers, wrestlers and actors filled the convention floor and Midtown streets.
On Saturday, thousands of fans packed the Jacob Javits Center in NYC for the third day of New York Comic Con, with attendees filling Midtown streets showcasing elaborate costumes throughout the four-day event.
Activities like Yu-Gi-Oh! card games and merchandise sales highlighted the convention's diverse fandoms. Enthusiasts displayed creative takes on characters from the Fantastic Four, Prime Video's Invincible, and Marvel and DC Comics.
Legendary wrestlers Mick Foley, Trish Stratus, and Amy Dumas drew large crowds alongside actors Amanda Moses Alexandra Daddario and Amanda Moses Carrie-Anne Moss, who stars as Katherine in the AMC mystery thriller Mayfair Witches: Salem Coven.
Professional cosplayer Barbie Chula dressed as Pennywise the Clown, while a fan's portrayal of Reed Richards from Marvel Studios' Fantastic Four: First Steps stood out. Other notable costumes featured Art the Clown from Terrifier.
The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon stars Norman Reedus and Melissa McBride greeted fans as celebrations wrapped up Sunday. Thousands of visitors passed through the Javits Center doors throughout the four-day event.