Chris Evans, Ryan Reynolds and More Stars Mourn Stan Lee's Death at 95: 'A Great Mind'
Hollywood is mourning the loss of Marvel mastermind Stan Lee who died at 95 on Monday.
Lee helped create many of the beloved Marvel superheroes who have gone on to inspire dozens of movies, TV shows and video games. Everyone from Spider-Man and The Hulk, to Ant-Man and Thor came from the mind of the New York City native.
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One of Marvel’s biggest stars Robert Downey Jr., responsible for bringing Iron Man to the screen, was quick to pay tribute to Lee, saying, “I owe it all to you.”
A post shared by Robert Downey Jr. (@robertdowneyjr) on Nov 12, 2018 at 11:26am PST
Ryan Reynolds, the actor behind Marvel’s Deadpool character, tweeted, “Damn… RIP Stan. Thanks for everything.”
Damn... RIP Stan. Thanks for everything. pic.twitter.com/TMAaDJSOhh
— Ryan Reynolds (@VancityReynolds) November 12, 2018
Tom Holland, the latest star to play Spider-Man for Marvel, wrote a tribute on Instagram, saying he’s “indebted” to Lee.
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Jamie Chung, who voiced a Big Hero 6 The Series character alongside Lee, celebrated Lee’s civil justice work. “He spoke up against injustices through his stories; where good prevails over evil,” she wrote. “It was an honor working for you.”
RIP Stan Lee. True legend. He spoke up against injustices through his stories; where good prevails over evil. It was an honor working for you. #stanlee https://t.co/qTXoRM3q0Q
— Jamie Chung (@jamiechung1) November 12, 2018
Iron Fist actress Rosario Dawson shared that she felt, “Overwhelmed with love and gratitude for the late, great hero, Stan Lee.”
Overwhelmed with love and gratitude for the late, great hero, Stan Lee. Rest In Paradise. Thank you for your imagination, creativity, tenacity, inspiration and love!!! https://t.co/4WqHCtDXE1
— Rosario Dawson (@rosariodawson) November 12, 2018
Captain America himself, Chris Evans, lamented, “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!!”
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
Wolverine star Hugh Jackman also shared a tribute on Monday.
“We’ve lost a creative genius,” the actor tweeted. “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”
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
Producer Kevin Feige praised Lee’s impact on this career.
No one has had more of an impact on my career and everything we do at Marvel Studios than Stan Lee. Stan leaves an extraordinary legacy that will outlive us all. Our thoughts are with his daughter, his family, and his millions of fans. #ThankYouStan #Excelsior!
— Kevin Feige (@Kevfeige) November 12, 2018
Disney, which acquired Marvel Entertainment in 2009, praised Lee’s “extraordinary character.”
“Stan Lee was as extraordinary as the characters he created. A super hero in his own right to Marvel fans around the world, Stan had the power to inspire, to entertain, and to connect." –Bob Igerhttps://t.co/pLTKx1R0dF pic.twitter.com/Uj9fqHpZXg
— Disney (@Disney) November 12, 2018
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Even stars who aren’t tied to the Marvel universe felt Lee’s loss. Seth Rogen also appreciated Lee’s inclusivity, writing, “Thank you Stan Lee for making people who feel different realize they are special.”
Thank you Stan Lee for making people who feel different realize they are special.
— Seth Rogen (@Sethrogen) November 12, 2018
Added musician Gene Simmons, “Thank you for your imagination.”
Thank you for your imagination. A great mind. https://t.co/hklJQ5kdD6
— Gene Simmons (@genesimmons) November 12, 2018
Rest in power, Stan Lee! 95 years young and what a life he lived! A legacy that will last far after we are all gone! #RIP pic.twitter.com/eXJ9qGkJ3A
— Perez (@ThePerezHilton) November 12, 2018
stan lee created an entire universe for us before leaving this one. rip to a legend
— MAJOR LAZER (@MAJORLAZER) November 12, 2018
Rest In Peace, Uatu! @TheRealStanLee Your characters and stories have defined generations...https://t.co/UkyKN8wY6X
— Robert DeLong (@DeLongMusic) November 12, 2018
RIP Stan Lee, 95.
The genius who gave the world so many wonderful comics.
A Marvel of a man. pic.twitter.com/UtdasQrVrH— Piers Morgan (@piersmorgan) November 12, 2018
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I was a happy little boy lost in the sanctuary of my Spider-Man comic books, collecting em, savoring each one, the piles of comics stacked high next to my bed. Thank you Stan Lee, what a… https://t.co/w1MK6i9yrY
— Flea (@flea333) November 12, 2018
What a legend and so grateful to have met you. Thank you Stan Lee for the adventures, characters and memories you've given the world. Your legacy will live forever.
— AJ McLean (@aj_mclean) November 12, 2018
Rest in peace, Stan Lee. The many worlds of imagination & delight you created for humanity will last forever.
— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) November 12, 2018
