Ben 10 Creator Shot In Los Angeles, Fans Rally Support

Ben 10 Creator Shot In Los Angeles, Fans Rally Support...

Man of Action Entertainment co-founder Duncan Rouleau, one of the creators behind the hit animated series Ben 10, was shot in Los Angeles late Tuesday night. The incident occurred near his studio in Burbank, sparking widespread concern among fans and animation industry professionals.

According to LAPD reports, Rouleau sustained non-life-threatening injuries and is recovering at a local hospital. Police have not yet identified a suspect or motive, but investigators are reviewing surveillance footage from the area. The shooting follows a recent rise in crime near Hollywood production hubs.

Fans of Ben 10—a Cartoon Network franchise that debuted in 2005—flooded social media with support using #SaveBen10Creator. The show’s cultural impact, particularly for Millennial and Gen Z audiences, has amplified public interest in the case. Rouleau’s colleagues at Man of Action confirmed he is "in good spirits" despite the attack.

This incident coincides with renewed interest in Ben 10 after HBO Max added the series to its streaming library last month. Rouleau had been reportedly developing a new project tied to the franchise. Law enforcement urges anyone with information to contact LAPD’s North Hollywood Division.