May Parker
Few supporting characters in comics have earned a place in fans' hearts quite like May Parker, whose Silver Age debut stretches back to 1969 and whose presence has graced pages for an extraordinary 57 years — a testament to just how indispensable she truly is. A creation of the legendary Stan Lee and Jack Kirby, she has kept remarkable company over the decades, sharing adventures with the likes of Mary Jane Watson, Gwen Stacy, J. Jonah Jameson, and Otto Octavius across beloved series including Ultimate Spider-Man and Spider-Man. With 114 catalog appearances and six key issues to her name, May Parker is far more than a background figure — she's a cornerstone presence whose longevity speaks for itself. If you're building a serious collection around Spider-Man's world, her story is one you simply cannot afford to overlook.
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Trivia
- 🗓️ May Parker first appeared in Fantask #6 in 1969 — that's 57 years ago. It's a recognized key issue.
- 🎨 Co-created by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby.
- 🏆 Ranks #1,277 of 59,192 characters in our catalog by number of appearances — one of the most-published characters we track.
- 📚 Appears in 114 issues across 37 different series.
- ⭐ 6 of their appearances are key issues collectors actively chase.
- 📈 Has appeared in comics for 57 years (1969–2026) — a true Silver Age mainstay.