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Gerry Conway was born on September 10, 1952, in Brooklyn, New York, and began writing comics as a teenager, selling his first professional story at age 16. He quickly moved from anthology horror tales to superhero scripts, establishing himself at both DC and Marvel in the early 1970s. At Marvel, Conway became one of the youngest writers on flagship titles, taking over The Amazing Spider-Man at age 19. He authored the landmark "The Night Gwen Stacy Died" story and co-created enduring characters such as the Punisher, the first Ms. Marvel, and the Jackal. His work on titles like Daredevil, Iron Man, and The Tomb of Dracula helped shape the modern Marvel universe. Conway also made significant contributions to DC Comics, co-creating the superhero Firestorm, Power Girl, and the villain Killer Croc, and writing the Justice League of America for eight years. He was instrumental in the first modern intercompany crossover, Superman vs. the Amazing Spider-Man. Throughout a career spanning five decades, Conway was celebrated for his storytelling skill, deep understanding of character, and advocacy for creators' rights. He passed away in April 2026 at the age of 73, leaving a lasting legacy in both Marvel and DC comics.