'I owe it all to you': Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans and more react to news of Stan Lee's death

Taryn Ryder

Celebrity tributes are pouring in for comic book legend Stan Lee. The godfather of Marvel Comics died Monday at age 95.

Lee, who created or co-created countless beloved characters like Black Panther, Iron Man, Spider-Man and the X-Men, is being remembered by many actors and actresses whose iconic roles on screen he made possible. Robert Downey Jr. shared a photo with Lee writing, “I owe it all to you.”

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I owe it all to you,,, Rest In Peace Stan… #MCU #Excelsior #legend #rip #stanlee #TeamStark ( 📸 @jimmy_rich )

A post shared by Robert Downey Jr. (@robertdowneyjr) on Nov 12, 2018 at 11:26am PST

Chris Pratt, who stars in the big-screen version of Lee’s Guardians of the Galaxy comic, was grateful to have, as he put it, “played in the world” Lee created.

Actor Mark Ruffalo, who plays the Hulk in the Avengers movies, said his “Uncle Stan” had made the world a better place.

Chris Evans, whose foray into superhero films began by playing the Human Torch in Fantastic Four — a character written by Lee — exclaimed, “There will never be another Stan Lee.” The pair also collaborated on The Avengers franchise.

Wolverine himself, Hugh Jackman, exclaimed, “I’m proud to have been a small part of his legacy.”

Marvel stars Tom Holland, Josh Brolin and Sebastian Stan shared tributes on Instagram.

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How many millions of us are indebted to this guy, none more so than me. The father of Marvel has made so many people so incredibly happy. What a life and what a thing to have achieved. Rest in peace Stan

A post shared by ✌️ (@tomholland2013) on Nov 12, 2018 at 11:54am PST

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Stan Lee and Dr. Seuss and Ray Bradbury. That’s where it begins and ends with me. To those of us who have been so deeply affected by the humanity of his imagination, the understanding of reaching beyond our potential and the necessity of tapping into our immeasurable imaginations, we thank you and are forever indebted. Rest In Peace Dear Stan. You made our time here a better one. #ripstanlee @robliefeld

A post shared by Josh Brolin (@joshbrolin) on Nov 12, 2018 at 11:10am PST

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Thank you great legend. You will be missed. I wouldn’t be here without you. ❤️🙏🏻❤️

A post shared by Sebastian Stan (@imsebastianstan) on Nov 12, 2018 at 11:43am PST

Ryan Reynolds, who worked with Lee on his hit Deadpool movies, tweeted, “Thanks for everything.”

Black Panther stars Letitia Wright and Winston Duke reacted as well.
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Daredevil’s Deborah Ann Woll, Luke Cage’s Theo Rossi and Rosario Dawson all expressed gratitude for Lee, who also a producer on Netflix’s Marvel shows.

Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. star J. August Richards noted that Lee “was incredibly gracious in person.”

DC Comics, Marvel’s rival, offered sincere condolences on Twitter.

Bob Iger, chairman and CEO of the Walt Disney Company, said “Stan Lee was as extraordinary as the characters he created.”

The loss of Lee is already felt across the entertainment industry.

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Iam so sad to hear that @therealstanlee has passed away! 😭 He left his magnificent stamp on our show @bigbangtheory_cbs in so many ways and we are eternally grateful .. I adored his visits, hugs and fantastic stories . He was an epic superhero and I will never forget him!! #stanlee 💫 excelsior!!

A post shared by Kaley Cuoco (@kaleycuoco) on Nov 12, 2018 at 10:54am PST

Lee’s cause of death has not been reported at this time; however, he battled health issues later in his life. Earlier this year, he was hospitalized for shortness of breath and an irregular heartbeat. He also suffered pneumonia.

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