Time to pay tribute to one of the Real Life Super Villains of the past, The Max Headroom Hijacker. Although his time in the world was brief (about two minutes) the impact this individual made still echos through the annals of villain history.On November 22, 1987 two television broadcasts in the Chicago area (WGN-TV & WTTW) were interrupted to bring forth his message of evil. From political commentary, anti advertising propaganda, awareness of soiled garments, and having his behind smacked with a fly swatter this person truly was a pioneer of evil in his day.
I look back at this great individual with admiration and awe. He might have also been making a statement about local news coverage and British science fiction television as well, but that will never be known.
The Max Headroom Hijacker was never apprehended and remains at large to this day.
