Red Widow

Creation & Design

Red Widow was created by Stan Lee, Don Heck, and Roy Thomas, first appearing in the 1964 comic book 'Tales of Suspense'. She was designed as a femme fatale and a counterpoint to the male superheroes of the time.

Early Years

Initially introduced as a villain, Red Widow's character evolved over the years, becoming a key member of the Avengers and a beloved hero in her own right.

Character Development

Over the years, Red Widow has transformed from a villain to a complex hero, grappling with her past while striving to make amends and protect the world.

Cultural Reception

Red Widow has been well-received by fans and critics alike, praised for her depth and complexity as a character.

Character Details

Real Name:
Natasha Romanoff
Aliases:
Black Widow, Natasha, Agent Romanoff
Species:
Human
Gender:
Female
Affiliations:
Avengers, S.H.I.E.L.D., The Champions
Abilities:
Expert martial artist, Master spy, Enhanced agility, Expert marksman
Equipment:
Widow's Bite, Various firearms, Grappling hooks
Weight:
100lbs
Height:
5' 3"
Eye Color:
green
Hair Color:
red

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1st appearance of the Red Widow, Ava Orlova

1:25 ⋅ Marvel ⋅ 2016

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Variant cover art by Alessandro Taini

1st cover appearance of Red Widow

Marvel ⋅ 2018

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1st appearance of the second Red Widow

1st full team appearance of the Defenders of the Deep: Namor, Piranhas, Echinda, Andromeda, King Crab, Tiger Shark, Orka, Bloodtide, Manowar

Winter Guard new roster: Ursa Major, Red Widow, Vanguard, Vostok, Perun, Chernobog, Perun, Darkstar, Crimson Dynamo

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