Source: ScreenRant
In extremely sad news, it’s been reported that Joan Lee, the wife of Marvel Comics legend Stan Lee, died Thursday in Los Angeles. She was 93 years old; the pair had been happily married for 69 years.
THR reported that she had suffered a stroke earlier in the week and had been subsequently hospitalized. In addition to a spokesperson for Stan Lee issuing an official statement, Marvel Cinematic Universe star Chadwick Boseman passed along his condolences to Lee and his family:
“I can confirm the sad news that Joan Lee passed away this morning quietly and surrounded by her family … The family ask that you please give them time to grieve and respect their privacy during this difficult time.”