
The past decade is one of the most important eras in the history of the superhero movie genre. It was the decade that saw the establishment and massive growth of Marvel Studios’ Marvel Cinematic Universe, where beloved comic book characters came to life in their best cinematic form. But this wouldn’t all be possible if not for Stan Lee. Stan Lee’s Marvel was instrumental in creating beloved characters that changed the lives and careers of the actors and actresses who portrayed them. His work also helped shaped the careers of the production giants behind the screen.
Here are some of their tributes.
A List of Tributes to Stan Lee from Marvel Studios and the MCU
Kevin Feige
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
Joss Whedon
Stan Lee created a universe where, if a character was beloved enough, they could never really die.
Now THAT’S thinking ahead.
Thanks for so much of my life. You’ll never not be in it.
— Joss Whedon (@joss) November 12, 2018
Chris Evans
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
Chris Evans gave a mini-eulogy, something that Cap’n Steve Rogers would probably write if he were real.
Chris Hemsworth
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
Jeremy Renner
RIP Stan Lee ! You’re a legend my friend #rip #stanlee https://t.co/k0CRqjjjdA
— Jeremy Renner (@Renner4Real) November 12, 2018
Lupita Nyong’o
Saddened to learn about the passing of Stan Lee. From watching Marvel films with friends in college to having the privilege to take on one of his characters in @BlackPanther, Stan’s creative genius sparked my imagination & left me in awe. His legacy will carry on. #StanLeeForever pic.twitter.com/z6FEnv6tLv
— Lupita Nyong’o (@Lupita_Nyongo) November 13, 2018
Russo Brothers
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Thank you for filling our childhoods with such joy. You will be dearly, dearly missed…
Robert Downey Jr.
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I owe it all to you,,, Rest In Peace Stan… #MCU #Excelsior #legend #rip #stanlee #TeamStark
Robert Downey Jr. thanks Stan Lee for the chance to play Tony Stark / Ironman, one of the most loved characters not just in MCU but in movie history.
Mark Ruffalo
Tom Holland
Tom Holland is one of the young actors whose careers bloomed thanks to Stan Lee’s Amazing Spider-Man.
Vin Diesel
Chadwick Boseman
The Black Panther star gave a simple yet haunting musical tribute to the comic book legend.
Evangeline Lilly
Evangeline Lilly, who plays the Wasp, gives a sweet and personal tribute.