Stan Lee Hated One Marvel Superhero So Much, That He Kept Them Dead For 37 Years

One famous Marvel hero was removed from the Marvel Universe because Stan Lee hated their archetype. DC Comics’ Robin popularized the concept of the comic book sidekick in 1940, introduced only a couple of issues into Batman’s early years as a conversational partner and a compelling figure to younger readers. Soon, nearly every major hero was paired with a youthful counterpart, including Sandman’s partner Sandy the Golden Boy, Green Arrow’s archer protégé Speedy, and Superman’s coworker Jimmy Olsen. These sidekicks served the dual purpose of giving adult heroes a relatable audience surrogate to mentor and injecting lighthearted energy into their respective heroes’ stories.