Stan Lee's death inspires touching tributes from fans, celebs
Stan Lee has died. The Marvel Comics legend, responsible for a host of Marvel properties, including Spider-Man, X-Men, Hulk and many others, died on Monday at the age of 95. The news was devastating for most, with several fans, celebrities and others pouring out their love and admiration to the comic-book pioneer on social media.
Marvel’s longtime rival, DC Comics, tweeted out its thoughts on how much Lee meant to superheroes and comics.
He changed the way we look at heroes, and modern comics will always bear his indelible mark. His infectious enthusiasm reminded us why we all fell in love with these stories in the first place. Excelsior, Stan.
— DC (@DCComics) November 12, 2018
Lee had been involved with Marvel Comics since the early 1940s, serving as the editor in chief from 1941 to 1942, and then again from 1945 to 1972. From 1942 to 1945, Lee served in the United States Army, repairing communication equipment. The comic-book icon continued writing while he was editor in chief, writing for a host of comic books series, including the Amazing Spider-Man, The Incredible Hulk, X-Men and several more. In his later years, Lee made cameo appearances in several Marvel movies, including Disney’s Marvel Cinematic Universe films, Sony’s Spider-Man films and Fox’s X-Men films.
Several actors who have been Marvel superheroes tweeted out their thoughts on the impact Lee had on them and others.
Stan…more than a master of stories, you always seemed like a master of living. I will look to you for inspiration for the rest of my life. You live on. xoxo Your Wasp
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#liveon #StanLee pic.twitter.com/JRA2aRM3bG— Evangeline Lilly (@EvangelineLilly) November 12, 2018
Rest in Peace Stan Lee
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— Letitia Wright (@letitiawright) November 12, 2018
There will never be another Stan Lee. For decades he provided both young and old with adventure, escape, comfort, confidence, inspiration, strength, friendship and joy. He exuded love and kindness and will leave an indelible mark on so, so, so many lives. Excelsior!!
— Chris Evans (@ChrisEvans) November 12, 2018
Damn… RIP Stan. Thanks for everything. pic.twitter.com/TMAaDJSOhh
— Ryan Reynolds (@VancityReynolds) November 12, 2018
Yahoo commenters had nothing but praise for the former editor in chief of Marvel Comics, sharing stories of how he inspired those around him.
“I remember buying comics for 12 cents and drawing pictures from them,” said one commenter. “Now my son loves Marvel and hasn’t missed a movie. Thank you Mr. Lee for those memories and its legacy. Condolences to family friends and fans. R.I.P. Stan Lee.”
“I just learned of this while watching TV news,” wrote another. “My son’s love of drawing is a directly link to Mr. Lee comics. R.I.P Mr. Lee.”
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