'We've Lost A Creative Genius': Stars, Fans React To Death Of Stan Lee
LOS ANGELES (CBSLA) — Memories and tributes are pouring in on social media for Spider-Man and Iron Man creator Stan Lee, who died Monday at the age of 95.
Lee died Monday after being rushed to Cedars-Sinai Medical Center from his Hollywood home. He had suffered several illnesses recently, but his cause of death has not yet been disclosed.
Marvel and The Walt Disney Company salute the life and career of Stan Lee and offer our undying gratitude for his unmatchable accomplishments within our halls. Every time you open a Marvel comic, Stan will be there. Please join us in remembering Stan "The Man" Lee. pic.twitter.com/nLebIgiK6o
— Avengers (@Avengers) November 13, 2018
The stalwart of some of Marvel Comics' most famous and popular characters had been working in the comic book industry since 1939, when he started as an assistant at Timely Comics. His first published work was as a text filler for Capt. America No. 3, published in 1941.
Chris Evans, who played Captain America's Steve Rogers in six Marvel blockbuster films, said there would "never be another Stan Lee."
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
Lou Ferrigno played TV's "The Incredible Hulk" and was often photographed carousing and having fun with Lee on various Hollywood red carpet events.
Not enough kind words to post about my dear friend @TheRealStanLee
— Lou Ferrigno (@LouFerrigno) November 12, 2018
My life wouldn't be the same without his incredible talent as a creator, storyteller and friend ????????
Rest In Peace Stan. You'll be missed.
.#legend #hulk #stanlee #rip pic.twitter.com/9XU45GHCnq
"My life wouldn't be the same without his incredible talent as a creator, storyteller and friend," he wrote.
Hugh Jackman, who plays the X-Men character Wolverine in 10 films, said he was proud to have helped bring one of Lee's characters to life.
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
Thank you @TheRealStanLee for the escape from this world & great joy inhabiting the ones you created!! You made so many believe in the good, the heroic, the villainous, the exciting, most of all, you were giving & gracious to us all. RIP
— Samuel L. Jackson (@SamuelLJackson) November 12, 2018
Sad, sad day. Rest In Power, Uncle Stan. You have made the world a better place through the power of modern mythology and your love of this messy business of being human... pic.twitter.com/x6yZ6ClNSX
— Mark Ruffalo (@MarkRuffalo) November 12, 2018
I believe with all my heart that #StanLee would want to be celebrated today. Even through your tears, let's flood the internet with all the artwork, good, great or awful, that's ever been created in Stan's name. #BreakTheInternetForStan #ArtForStan@MarvelStudios @Marvel pic.twitter.com/w9pyY18sZ5
— Evangeline Lilly (@EvangelineLilly) November 12, 2018
Damn... RIP Stan. Thanks for everything. pic.twitter.com/TMAaDJSOhh
— Ryan Reynolds (@VancityReynolds) November 12, 2018
RIP my friend. Thank you for the incredible adventures your stories took all of us on. My love and support goes out to all your friends and family #stanlee #legend pic.twitter.com/pTGY8Ffieg
— Chris Hemsworth (@chrishemsworth) November 13, 2018
Lee, who made a cameo appearance in every Marvel movie, was widely admired in Hollywood and beyond.
Thank you Stan Lee for making people who feel different realize they are special.
— Seth Rogen (@Sethrogen) November 12, 2018
Stan Lee was an epic creator and a sweet funny guy. 95 years is a long time to live but his inspiration and influence will last far far beyond. Excelsior! #ripstanlee
— alan tudyk (@AlanTudyk) November 12, 2018
Stan Lee created more legends than any of us can count, but his own life was the greatest story he ever wrote. He inspired billions around the world, including me, and I was honored to know him. pic.twitter.com/CGNWG6BArc
— Arnold (@Schwarzenegger) November 13, 2018
Lee's characters were loved for their humanity and moral struggles as much for their super powers and fans described being hit hard by the loss.
Absolutely gutted to hear about Stan Lee passing away. His creations have been a massive part of my life (I am a massive comic book geek) Thank you Stan for Spiderman and the Hulk. These have always been my favourite Marvel characters. pic.twitter.com/DXIuJqrrdi
— Jim (@JimWiltshire1) November 12, 2018
Woke up to the news. ????????????
— Alicia Marie (@AliciaMarieBODY) November 12, 2018
While our hearts are broken, Stan would want us to focus on all of the amazing memories we've collected as fans and @Marvel family. Let's not forget what his work has taught us about what it means to be a superhero RIP @TheRealStanLee #Excelsior pic.twitter.com/BAq2MFCxxD