Writer
Stan Lee
1922–2018
New York City
1,178 series, 1,575 with collected and international editions
8,791 issues
28 awards
An American writer and editor who ran Marvel through the 1960s and turned it into a major publisher. With Jack Kirby and Steve Ditko he co-created Spider-Man, the Fantastic Four, the X-Men and the Hulk. He stayed Marvel's public face for decades.
Name
Stan Lee
Role
Writer
Issues
Series
Collected Editions
International Editions
Titles
Awards
Science Fiction and Fantasy Hall of Fame (2018), Disney Legends (2017), Hollywood Walk of Fame Star (2011), ComicsPRO Industry Appreciation Award (2011), Hero Initiative Awards - Hero Initiative Lifetime Achievement Award (2011), Shel Dorf Awards - Shel Dorf: Legacy of Comics Award (2010), Comic-Con Icon Award (2009), Scream Awards - Comic-Con Icon Award (2009), National Medal of Arts (2008), Saturn Award - The Life Career Award (2002), Harvey Award - Jack Kirby Hall of Fame (1995), Eisner Awards (1995), Eisner Awards (1994), Adamson Awards - Adamson Gold (1992), Eagle Awards - Roll of Honour (1977), Inkpot Award (1974), Alley Awards - Best Editor (1968), Alley Awards - Best Writer (1968), Alley Awards - Best Writer (1967), Alley Awards - Best Editor (1967), Alley Awards - Best Writer (1966), Alley Awards - Best Editor (1966), Alley Awards - Best Editor (1965), Alley Awards - Best Writer (1965), Alley Awards - Best Editor (1964), Alley Awards - Best Writer (1964), Alley Awards - Best Writer (1963), Alley Awards - Best Editor (1963)
Gender
Male
Birth Date
December 28, 1922
Death Date
November 12, 2018
Birth Place
New York City
Country
United States
Links
Lists
The Most Influential Comic Book Writers Ever
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Writers who shaped the comic book medium and whose work continues to influence storytelling today. These creators pushed boundaries, redefined genres, and left an indelible mark on how we tell stories in comics.
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Architects of the X-Men
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The specific visionary writers and artists who built Marvel's mutant corner into a dominant pop culture empire.
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Legendary Editor-in-Chiefs & Editors
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The behind-the-scenes visionaries who steered publishers through their greatest creative and financial eras.
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Frequent collaborators
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