Steve Ditko Dead - 'Spider-Man' & 'Doctor Strange' Co-Creator Dies at 90

Spider-Man co-creator Steve Ditko has sadly passed away at age 90.

The legendary comic book artist, who worked with Stan Lee on Spider-Man as well as Doctor Strange, died on June 29 at his apartment in New York City.

According to TMZ, Steve‘s death was caused by a heart attack brought on by clogged arteries.

While Stan went onto become the face of Marvel and “The Godfather of Comic Books,” Steve chose to maintain his privacy and refused to do interviews and public appearances.

Steve reportedly continued to work at a Manhattan studio until at least 2012.

Our thoughts are with Steve‘s family and friends during this difficult time.