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Gerry Conway, Marvel Comics legend and Punisher creator, dies at 73

28 April 2026 06:45

Gerry Conway, the legendary Marvel Comics writer and former editor-in-chief, has died at age 73. - He began his professional career at 16, writing for Spider-Man, Avengers, Iron Man, and other iconic heroes.

- Conway created The Punisher, a violent anti-hero who later appeared in multiple films and TV shows. - He criticized the misuse of the Punisher skull logo by law enforcement and extremists.

- After a brief tenure as Marvel's editor-in-chief, he returned to writing and also worked on TV shows like Law & Order. Conway is survived by his wife, writer Laura Beth Conway.

Marvel announced his death on Monday, praising his storytelling and advocacy for comics.

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