Archie's Girls Betty and Veronica #145
In "The Ever Popular Veronica Lodge," Veronica Lodge’s attempt to ruin Betty’s dance date backfires when Betty inadvertently does the same to Veronica—setting off a playful, escalating rivalry that puts both girls in the same awkward spot. Written by Frank Doyle and brought to life with Dan DeCarlo’s signature style—penciled and inked by DeCarlo himself, with colors by Barry Grossman—this 1968 issue captures the timeless charm of Archie’s classic teen dynamics. The cover by Dan DeCarlo perfectly captures the moment’s tension and humor.
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Veronica intentionally sabotages Betty's chance to get a date to the dance with either Archie or Harry, the new student. Accidentally Betty does the same for Veronica.
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