Stan Lee honored at Hollywood handprint ceremony (10 images)

Marvel comics co-creator Stan Lee was honored during a ceremony at TCL Chinese Theatre in Los Angeles on July 18.

Lee's handprints and footprints are now part of the famous forecourt of the theater, joining other Hollywood legends like Dick Van Dyke and Meryl Streep.

Stan Lee is responsible for co-creating superheroes Spider-Man, the Hulk, Thor, and Iron Man, among others. Photo by Jim Ruymen/UPI

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Stan Lee's comic book company, Marvel, dates back to 1961 with the creation of The Fantastic Four. Photo by Jim Ruymen/UPI

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Stan Lee has served as executive vice president and publisher of Marvel Comics. Photo by Jim Ruymen/UPI

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Stan Lee is also known for making cameo appearances in most Marvel films and TV shows. Photo by Jim Ruymen/UPI

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