The Marvel Family Reacts to Stan Lee’s Death With an Outpouring of Love

This week, we lost the legendary Stan Lee, arguably one of the most important voices in the comic book world and the cinematic universe that’s grown therefrom. In the wake of the news, some of the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s biggest names have already begun to share their sympathies, sadness, well-wishes, and words of love. Lee has had a cameo in nearly every Marvel movie, so his legacy is not just that he was able to build a world for all these stars to exist in, but that he likely touched each of them in small but meaningful ways. Read through to see who has spoken up so far, including Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans, and the Russo Brothers, who directed the final two Avengers films.

Robert Downey Jr.

 

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I owe it all to you,,, Rest In Peace Stan… #MCU #Excelsior #legend #rip #stanlee #TeamStark

A post shared by Robert Downey Jr. (@robertdowneyjr) on Nov 12, 2018 at 11:26am PST

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

Mark Ruffalo

You let us be extra human… superhuman even. I am deeply honored to have been a small part in the Stan Lee constellation. pic.twitter.com/qmCrNHXUy1

— Mark Ruffalo (@MarkRuffalo) November 12, 2018

Chris Pratt

Thanks for everything Stan Lee! What a life, so well lived. I consider myself extraordinarily lucky to have gotten to meet you and to have played in the world you created.
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— chris pratt (@prattprattpratt) November 12, 2018

Sebastian Stan

 

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Thank you great legend. You will be missed. I wouldn’t be here without you. ❤️🙏🏻❤️

A post shared by Sebastian Stan (@imsebastianstan) on Nov 12, 2018 at 11:43am PST

Ryan Reynolds

 

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Thanks for everything, Stan.

A post shared by Ryan Reynolds (@vancityreynolds) on Nov 12, 2018 at 11:05am PST

Jennifer Garner

 

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You made heroes out of women; I am so grateful to have been one of them. Thank you, #StanLee. RIP 😇 #Daredevil #Elektra #mostcreativekindestgentleman❤️

A post shared by Jennifer Garner (@jennifer.garner) on Nov 12, 2018 at 2:47pm PST

Zoe Saldana

Today we lost one of the greats. @TheRealStanLee, you were a inspiration and superhero to us all. Thank you for contributing so much- and giving us all something to aspire to! 💚
#ripstanlee pic.twitter.com/GzFhwgU0WA

— Zoe Saldana (@zoesaldana) November 12, 2018

Hugh Jackman

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

Tom Holland

 

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How many millions of us are indebted to this guy, none more so than me. The father of Marvel has made so many people so incredibly happy. What a life and what a thing to have achieved. Rest in peace Stan

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Winston Duke

THANK YOU, @TheRealStanLee. You gave us characters that continue to stand the test of time and evolve with our consciousness. You taught us that there are no limits to our future as long as we have access to our imagination. Rest in power! #EXCELSIOR #StanLee #rip pic.twitter.com/hnSmnHIDln

— Winston Duke (@Winston_Duke) November 12, 2018

Letitia Wright

Rest in Peace Stan Lee

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— Letitia Wright (@letitiawright) November 12, 2018

Anthony Mackie

You were a man before your time… now it feels like you are gone before your time. RIP Stan the Man… thanks for the laughs and words of support. It’s a honor to live in your universe! #MarvelKnight pic.twitter.com/1TXdPqUB3x

— Anthony Mackie (@AnthonyMackie) November 12, 2018

The Russo Brothers

Thank you for filling our childhoods with such joy. You will be dearly, dearly missed… pic.twitter.com/Qt2sZqaNlc

— Russo Brothers (@Russo_Brothers) November 12, 2018

Josh Brolin

 

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Stan Lee and Dr. Seuss and Ray Bradbury. That’s where it begins and ends with me. To those of us who have been so deeply affected by the humanity of his imagination, the understanding of reaching beyond our potential and the necessity of tapping into our immeasurable imaginations, we thank you and are forever indebted. Rest In Peace Dear Stan. You made our time here a better one. #ripstanlee @robliefeld

A post shared by Josh Brolin (@joshbrolin) on Nov 12, 2018 at 11:10am PST

Evangeline Lilly

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
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#liveon #StanLee pic.twitter.com/JRA2aRM3bG

— Evangeline Lilly (@EvangelineLilly) November 12, 2018

Jaime Chung

 

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RIP Stan Lee. True legend. He spoke up against injustices through his stories; where good prevailed over evil. It was an honor working for you and bringing two of your characters to life. #stanlee #ripstanlee #2011

A post shared by Jamie Chung (@jamiejchung) on Nov 12, 2018 at 11:19am PST

Zendaya

 

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The legend himself. Thank you for all you gave us. I could not be more honored to be a very small piece of your world. Rest in Superpower💥

A post shared by Zendaya (@zendaya) on Nov 12, 2018 at 8:49pm PST

Disney CEO Bob Iger

Josh BrolinIn an official statement, Iger said, “A super hero in his own right to Marvel fans around the world, Stan had the power to inspire, to entertain, and to connect. The scale of his imagination was only exceeded by the size of his heart.”

This article originally appeared on Popsugar.