Lennon fans were threatening retribution if he were to be released.
Over the years, many Lennon fans have asked why I didn't take any solo pictures of John.
The book was criticized by Lennon fans for allegedly containing much unsubstantiated conjecture, and tending to present worst-case scenarios when doing so.
The memorial is often covered with flowers, candles in glasses, and other belongings left behind by Lennon fans.
Police feared that Lennon fans might storm the hospital so they transferred Chapman to Rikers Island.
Another factor was concern for Chapman's safety; several Lennon fans had threatened to kill him if he were released.
They were even enjoyed by some Lennon fans, but the albums never sold well.
For Lennon fans, the film and its spinoffs come as the latest entries in what is a hot market just now.
I doubt very much that any Lennon fans actually thought Cee Lo had literally committed blasphemy or deserved boiling in oil.
These add a new dimension to one of the most public figures of our time, and some of them treat themes that Lennon fans will find familiar.