Comics, Hollywood Communities Mourns Stan Lee

The truest superhero.

Immediate outpouring of gratitude for Stan Lee came through social media just moments after news broke that he passed away Monday morning.

From actors and directors who have worked with him or were inspired from afar - people took to Twitter to share their thoughts and inspiration they've gained from the late icon.

Marvel Studios President, Kevin Feige, said in a tweet, "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."
Chris Evans, who has played Captain America for the past seven years until he recently announced he has hung up his shield, tweeted, "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!!"

Evangeline Lilly tweeted, "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" and continued in a separate tweet asking fans to "flood the internet" with any artwork that's ever been created out of inspiration from Stan Lee, while starting the hashtag #BreakTheInternetForStan.

To dive into the life of the Marvel Comics co-creator, read IGN's piece on the legend of Stan Lee, where we say, "Lee became an icon known across the world thanks to his glowing personality, sharp wit, and warm sense of humor, instantly recognizable in his signature aviators and tightly trimmed mustache."

Jessie Wade is a news writer for IGN and is giving hugs to everyone across the world who is saddened by this news. Chat with her on Twitter @jessieannwade if you'd like.