Spider-Man is Returning to the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade -- Balloon Inspired by Work of John Romita Sr.



Info via Marvel:

This Thanksgiving, Spider-Man makes his grand return to the streets and skies of New York City! Set to debut during Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade on November 28, Marvel and Macy's will premiere an all-new Spider-Man balloon, inspired by and in honor of the iconic art style of comic book legend John Romita Sr.

For the first time in a decade, Spider-Man will bring Marvel back to one of New York City’s most iconic events, celebrating Marvel and Spider-Man's roots in New York, the home of Marvel and its 85-year comic book history.

"Ever since MARVEL COMICS #1 hit stands in 1939, Marvel's home has always been New York. So when the opportunity to work with Macy's came about to bring one of our most iconic characters back to one of the most emblematic events of New York City, we knew this was the perfect fit for Spidey and our brand's legacy," said Chris Fondacaro, Head of Marvel Franchise. "We're absolutely thrilled to celebrate our roots and our fans while honoring one of the most indelible comic book creators from Marvel Comics: John Romita Sr."

As an unparalleled Marvel artist and art director, John Romita Sr.'s art and creative vision of Spider-Man remains one of the most globally recognized versions of the character to date. While many incredible artists brought Peter Parker/Spider-Man to life over decades, legendary Marvel artist and art director John Romita Sr. created some of the most definitive Spider-Man eras, including many of Spidey's classic cast, rogues gallery and love interests like Mary Jane. For this iteration of Spider-Man, artisans from Macy's Parade Studio collaborated closely with Marvel to bring John Romita Sr.’s iconic design to life.

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