Stan Lee, the iconic creator of Marvel Comics, has passed away at the age of 95.
The co-creator of comics such as Spider-Man, the Hulk, the Fantastic Four, Iron Man, Thor and X-Men, Lee is credited with popularising characters with complex, human personalities.
His death comes just under a year and a half after his wife Joan Lee died in July 2017 at 93. They had been married for 60 years at the time of her death.
Lee is survived by his daughter and only child Joan Celia, known as ‘J.C.’

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Many took to Twitter to mourn the loss of Lee.
We’ve lost a creative genius. Stan Lee was a pioneering force in the superhero universe. I’m proud to have been a small part of his legacy and …. to have helped bring one of his characters to life. #StanLee #Wolverine pic.twitter.com/iOdefi7iYz
— Hugh Jackman (@RealHughJackman) November 12, 2018
You gave us stories that taught us to understand people who are different from us, to stand up for the little guy & that evil comes from deep rooted pain. I’m glad you were recognized for your legacy while you were here. Transition peacefully to a place more beautiful🖤 #stanlee pic.twitter.com/N7ZLnFE1lR
— Logan Browning (@LoganLaurice) November 12, 2018
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
— Evangeline Lilly (@EvangelineLilly) November 12, 2018
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#liveon #StanLee pic.twitter.com/JRA2aRM3bG
Thanks for the fun and the Amazing and Incredible moments. #StanLee pic.twitter.com/qYMumreKfZ
— Gene Okerlund (@TheGeneOkerlund) November 12, 2018
Our thoughts are with Lee’s daughter.
Grace is the Digital Content Editor at New Idea. Grace is a lifestyle junkie who has previously interned at Dolly, Stellar and marie claire, as well having written in the fashion and beauty sections at Finder.com.au. When not working, you can find Grace heading for the slopes, playing with her pup or stuck in a seemingly endless Instagram scroll.
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