2 Hollywood Icons Chose These Providence Restaurants To Enjoy

Over the weekend, the city of Providence hosted the eagerly anticipated Rhode Island Comic Con. This year, the event once again transformed the city into the center of pop culture celebration, drawing in thousands of fans, many in costumes of their favorite characters.

The excitement was through the roof as attendees traversed the AMP, their enthusiasm being a statement to Comic Con’s status as one of the most anticipated gatherings in New England.

But the excitement wasn't confined to the convention halls. The entire city seemed to embrace the spirit of the event. Local restaurants became the stage for celebrity sightings, adding an extra sprinkle of spice to the Providence dining scene.

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Diners at Capriccio Restaurant found themselves sharing the space with Lou Ferrigno, the original green man from The Incredible Hulk. Ferrigno's claim to fame came when he starred as the lead character in the CBS series The Incredible Hulk, which aired from 1977 to 1982. His portrayal of the angry green alter ego of Dr. David Banner became iconic and is still remembered by fans of the series.

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Late-night revelers at Haven Brothers Diner might have caught a glimpse of Shannen Doherty. Her breakout role came in 1990 when she was cast as Brenda Walsh in Beverly Hills, 90210. Off-screen, Doherty has been open about her personal struggles, including her battle with breast cancer, which she was diagnosed with in 2015. She has been very public about her journey, including her treatment and remission, but over the weekend, she was all smiles as she posed for a photo with the Haven Brothers crew.

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More than just a series of activities and discussions, Rhode Island Comic Con was a celebration that blurred the lines between fantasy and reality. This pop culture convention shows Providence not only as a host but also as an active participant in these sorts of events. The city's embrace of the ComicCon spirit is a vivid reminder of the power of the Rhode Island community.