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Creation & Design

Gwen Stacy was created by writer Stan Lee and artist Steve Ditko as a love interest for Peter Parker, the alter ego of Spider-Man. She was introduced as a character who represented the ideal girlfriend for Peter, embodying both beauty and intelligence.

Early Years

Gwen's early appearances focused on her relationship with Peter Parker, showcasing the challenges of dating a superhero. Her character was pivotal in the Spider-Man mythos, often serving as a source of conflict and emotional depth.

Character Development

Over the years, Gwen Stacy has evolved from a mere love interest to a complex character with her own storylines and adventures, particularly in alternate universes where she takes on the mantle of Spider-Woman. Her character has become a symbol of empowerment and resilience.

Cultural Reception

Gwen Stacy has been received positively by fans and critics alike, often regarded as one of the most iconic female characters in comic book history.

Character Details

Real Name:
Gwendolyn Stacy
First Appearance:
Amazing Spider-Man #31
Aliases:
Spider-Woman, Ghost-Spider
Species:
Human
Gender:
Female
Affiliations:
The Daily Bugle, Spider-Verse
Abilities:
Intelligence, Combat Skills, Acrobatics
Equipment:
Web Shooters, Spider Suit
Weight:
120lbs
Height:
5' 3"
Eye Color:
blue
Hair Color:
blonde

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Amazing Spider-Man #31
Marvel ⋅ 1965
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Amazing Spider-Man #31
 
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1st appearance of Gwen Stacy

1st appearance of Harry Osborn

1st appearance of Miles Warren, later becomes the Jackal

First time Doctor Octopus is referred to as the Master Planner

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First use of the word 'Thwip' when activating Spider-Man's web-shooters

Amazing Spider-Man #34
Marvel ⋅ 1966
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Amazing Spider-Man #34
 
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2nd appearance of Gwen Stacy

2nd appearance of Harry Osborne

Amazing Spider-Man #56
Marvel ⋅ 1968
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Amazing Spider-Man #56
 
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1st appearance of Captain George Stacy

Amazing Spider-Man #59
Marvel ⋅ 1968
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Amazing Spider-Man #59
 
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1st cover appearance of Mary Jane Watson

First kiss between Gwen Stacy and Peter Parker

1st appearance of Brainwasher, alter ego of Kingpin

Amazing Spider-Man #61
Marvel ⋅ 1968
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Amazing Spider-Man #61
 
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1st cover appearance of Gwen Stacy

Amazing Spider-Man #90
Marvel ⋅ 1970
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Amazing Spider-Man #90
 
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Death of Captain George Stacy

El Sorprendente Hombre Arana #128
Editora de Periodicos La Prensa ⋅ 1972
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El Sorprendente Hombre Arana #128
 
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Marriage of Peter Parker and Gwen Stacy in an original story published in Mexico

Issues in this series divert from the U.S. storyline with Gwen Stacy surviving the events from The Amazing Spider-Man #121

There exists a German reprint that sells for significantly less

Amazing Spider-Man #121
Marvel ⋅ 1973
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Amazing Spider-Man #121
 
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Death of Gwen Stacy, neck unintentionally snapped as Spider-Man attempted to rescue her

Amazing Spider-Man #123
Marvel ⋅ 1973
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Amazing Spider-Man #123
 
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Funeral of Gwen Stacy

Battle of Spider-Man vs Luke Cage

Luke Cage references DC: we ain't all rich playboys like Bruce Wayne

Amazing Spider-Man #142
Marvel ⋅ 1975
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Amazing Spider-Man #142
 
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1st cameo appearance of Gwen Stacy clone, full appearance in Amazing Spider-Man #144

Amazing Spider-Man #144
Marvel ⋅ 1975
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Amazing Spider-Man #144
 
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1st full appearance of Gwen Stacy's clone

Marvel Value Stamp Series A #18 - Volstagg

Marvel Tales #98
Marvel ⋅ 1978
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Marvel Tales #98
 
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Reprint of The Amazing Spider-Man #121, the death of Gwen Stacy

What If…? #24
Marvel ⋅ 1980
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What If…? #24
 
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Wedding of Peter Parker and Gwen Stacy in an alternate reality

1st full appearance of Uranos, an Eternal

Origin of the Eternals continued

Marvel Tales #192
Marvel ⋅ 1986
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Marvel Tales #192
 
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Reprint of The Amazing Spider-Man #121 and #122

Amazing Spider-Man #509
Marvel ⋅ 2004
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Amazing Spider-Man #509
 
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1st appearance of Gabriel and Sarah Stacy, the twin children of Gwen Stacy and Norman Osborn

Gabe and Sarah appear as unknown assassins but their identities are revealed in the next issue

Amazing Spider-Man #512
Marvel ⋅ 2004
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Amazing Spider-Man #512
 
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Controversial issue: Gabriel and Sarah Stacy are the result of an affair between Norman Osborn and Gwen Stacy, later retconned, removed, from continuity in The Amazing Spider-Man #73 (2021)

Amazing Spider-Man #692
Variant ⋅ Marvel ⋅ 2012
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Amazing Spider-Man #692
 
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Variant cover art by Marcos Martin honoring the 1970s

Amazing Spider-Man #14
Variant ⋅ Marvel ⋅ 2018
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Amazing Spider-Man #14
 
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Variant cover art by J. Scott Campbell, limited to 1,250

Webstore exclusive

Symbiote Spider-Man #1
1:200 ⋅ Marvel ⋅ 2019
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Symbiote Spider-Man #1
 
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Variant virgin cover art by Artgerm featuring Gwen Stacy

Amazing Mary Jane #1
Non-Key
Variant ⋅ Marvel ⋅ 2019
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Amazing Mary Jane #1
 
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Variant cover art by J. Scott Campbell

J. Scott Campbell store exclusive 'Gogo Dancing n' Gwen' limited to 1,500 copies

Gwen Stacy #1
Marvel ⋅ 2020
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Gwen Stacy #1
 
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Origin of Gwen Stacy, prior to first appearing in The Amazing Spider-Man #31

1st cameo team appearance of the A-Gwen-Gers: Captain Gwen-Merica, Gwen: Goddess of Thunder, In-Gwen-Ible Hulk, Iron Gwen, Hawk-Gwen

Gwen Stacy #1
1:200 ⋅ Marvel ⋅ 2020
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Gwen Stacy #1
 
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Variant cover art by JeeHyung Lee

Gwen Stacy #1
Non-Key
1:100 ⋅ Marvel ⋅ 2020
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Gwen Stacy #1
 
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Variant cover art by John Romita

Hidden Gem edition

Gwen Stacy #1
C2E2 ⋅ Marvel ⋅ 2020
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Gwen Stacy #1
 
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Glow-in-the-dark cover art by Sara Pichelli, limited to 3,000 copies

Chicago Comic & Entertainment Expo 2020 exclusive

Gwen Stacy #2
1:50 ⋅ Marvel ⋅ 2020
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Gwen Stacy #2
 
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Variant cover art by Ryan Brown

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