Gerry Conway, the onetime Marvel editor-in-chief and groundbreaking comic book writer who redefined franchises such as The Amazing Spider-Man, has died, according to Marvel. He was 73.
During his time at Marvel, Conway wrote on virtually every major title, ranging from The Amazing Spider-Man — where he took over from Stan Lee — to Fantastic Four, Thor, Avengers and Defenders.
Conway’s work was marked by grounded character depictions and more mature and sophisticated storytelling. His stories explored the consequences of superheroes’ actions, giving characters like Peter Parker greater nuance and emotional depth.
“Gerry Conway was a gifted writer. He was thoughtful, deeply attuned to the emotional and moral core of storytelling, and a wonderful and articulate advocate for comics and creators,” Dan Buckley, President of Marvel Comics and Franchise, said in a statement. “His writing has inspired all of us at Marvel and will continue to inspire
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