Stan Lee Dead at 95: Social Media Reaction
Considering Stan Lee‘s influence on pop culture, it’s no surprise that many took to social media to honor the comic book icon.
Here are some notable tributes.
Damn... RIP Stan. Thanks for everything. pic.twitter.com/TMAaDJSOhh
— Ryan Reynolds (@VancityReynolds) November 12, 2018
In 1968, Stan Lee used his Marvel "Stan's Soapbox” column to talk about the ignorance of racism. "Racism and bigotry are among the deadliest social ills plaguing the world today … Sooner or later, we must learn to judge each other on our own merits” https://t.co/3kowLk0WxT pic.twitter.com/Lw8FtxIyuk
— Ryan Parker (@TheRyanParker) November 12, 2018
TMZ is reporting that Stan Lee has died at age 95. Feeling enormous sadness right now. He meant so much to so many, it's almost hard to find the words to put it in proper perspective. RIP Stan the Man.
— Robot Chicken (@cyborgturkey) November 12, 2018
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One of the greatest humans in all of our existence. The legend will forever live on. RIP https://t.co/WZlMYSF3b6
— Kenny Omega (@KennyOmegamanX) November 12, 2018
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RIP Stan the man. #Excelsior
— Samoa Joe (@SamoaJoe) November 12, 2018
In 2016, Stan Lee explained why he would never retire.
— The Hollywood Reporter (@THR) November 12, 2018
"When you retire, you have a chance to do all the things you've always wanted to do. I've been doing all the things I've always wanted to do. I've always wanted to be involved in entertaining people." pic.twitter.com/x3zGnUBy0O
— Jackie Leonard (@JackieLeonard01) November 12, 2018
RIP 2 @TheRealStanLee co-creator of @theblackpanther comics. https://t.co/u4HipgADZT
— NAACP (@NAACP) November 12, 2018
RIP Stan Lee. All he did was reinvent an art form.
— Michael McKean (@MJMcKean) November 12, 2018
Today we thank the incomparable Stan Lee for inspiring generations of comic book fans around the world. Suffice to say, Funko would not be the same without you, Mr. Lee. Now, all together... Excelsior! pic.twitter.com/hlOULz16EI
— Funko (@OriginalFunko) November 12, 2018
RIP, Stan Lee pic.twitter.com/HmMo3g2wmN
— Jake Tapper (@jaketapper) November 12, 2018
We lost a real-life superhero today. Stan Lee was a visionary, who elevated imaginations across the globe. I’m grateful for the time I got to spend with him. Rest peacefully, Stan. pic.twitter.com/Ie2S18y0A0
— Larry King (@kingsthings) November 12, 2018
Thank u Stan Lee for everything.
— TRAVIS SCOTT (@trvisXX) November 12, 2018
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https://twitter.com/RealMickFoley/status/1062063330121187331
Here's a charming bit of #StanLee that you may not have seen - as the true and only Mayor of Super Hero City https://t.co/9epnAYi9BZ We'll miss you, Stan.
— Steve Blum (@blumspew) November 12, 2018
https://twitter.com/andyblack/status/1062064028187484160
RIP Stan Lee. Now he gets to cameo as an audience member watching that Great Rock & Roll Jam in Heaven.
— Paul F. Tompkins (@PFTompkins) 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
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
Thank you Stan Lee for making people who feel different realize they are special.
— Seth Rogen (@Sethrogen) November 12, 2018
Just heard about Stan Lee passing away. Sad to hear the news but extremely happy to have had the opportunity to enjoy his work. He brought smiles, entertainment, and hope to so many hearts and minds. His characters play a huge role in who I am today. Thank you for inspiring me.
— Austin Creed (@AustinCreedWins) November 12, 2018
Permanent cameo in heaven. #RIPStanLee https://t.co/ZnIv2hXMVy
— Patton Oswalt (@pattonoswalt) November 12, 2018
Thanks for being our hero, Stan. pic.twitter.com/HZlUeZW87s
— Netflix (@netflix) November 12, 2018
Excelsior
— Cody Rhodes (@CodyRhodes) November 12, 2018
With Stan Lee, at The Hollywood Bowl in 2012. Rest In Peace Stan!
— Joe Perry (@JoePerry) November 12, 2018
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https://twitter.com/FrankieKazarian/status/1062076706930872320/
Thank you for making us believe we can all be heroes. Rest in peace, Stan Lee. pic.twitter.com/N81InK76kA
— Marvel's Runaways (@marvelsrunaways) November 12, 2018
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https://twitter.com/OfficialKat/status/1062068354574237696
Born before Edwin Hubble discovered the expanding universe, he ultimately created an expanding universe of his own - one of scientifically literate superheroes such as Spider-Man , The Hulk, Iron Man, & Black Panther.
— Neil deGrasse Tyson (@neiltyson) November 12, 2018
Stan Lee RIP: 1922 - 2018