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Steve Ditko

Stephen John Ditko (/ˈdɪtkoʊ/; November 2, 1927 – c. June 29, 2018) was an American comic book artist best known for being the co-creator of Marvel superheroes Spider-Man and Doctor Strange. He also made notable contributions to the character of Iron Man, introducing the character's signature red and yellow design.

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Awards
Disney Legends (2024)
Area
Writer, Penciller, Inker
Born
Stephen John Ditko (1927-11-02)November 2, 1927 Johnstown, Pennsylvania, U.S.
Died
c. June 29, 2018(2018-06-29) (aged 90) New York City, U.S.
Notable works
Spider-Man · Doctor Strange · Creeper · Hawk and Dove · Mr. A

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Steve Ditko

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Steve Ditko

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related to BBC documentary · 22
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related to Personal life · 11
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Notable works · 10
Steve Ditko → Blue Beetle, Captain Atom, Creeper, Doctor Strange, Hawk and Dove, Mr. A, Nightshade, Question, Speedball, Spider-Man
Area · 1
Steve Ditko → Writer, Penciller, Inker
Awards · 1
Steve Ditko → Disney Legends (2024)
Born · 1
Steve Ditko → Stephen John Ditko (1927-11-02)November 2, 1927 Johnstown, Pennsylvania, U.S.

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