Dan Hagen is a retired newspaper journalist and editor, former journalism professor, comics historian, and longtime writer on comics and popular culture. His journalism career began with his high school newspaper and continued through his studies at Eastern Illinois University and professional newspaper work. Over the years, Dan also developed strong ties to the comics industry, including professional contact with Stan Lee and Marvel Comics.

As a comics journalist, Dan has interviewed creators and performers for publications including David Anthony Kraft’s Comics Interview. His interview subjects have included Frank Miller. Today, he is a prolific contributor to First Comics News, where his long-running Just Imagine! column explores superhero history, forgotten characters, comic book creators, film, television, and popular culture.

Dan also maintains several sites devoted to his writing and interests: Great Caesar’s Post!, Just Imagine!, and Captain Comment.

At G-Man Comics, Dan serves as an Associate Editor, bringing decades of journalism, comics history, and editorial experience to the team. He has also become part of the G-Man Universe as the inspiration for Daniel Urban Hagen, a character who made his debut in Sgt. Flag #6.