Stephen Wacker

Stephen Wacker is an American editor and producer best known for his work across comic books, television, and digital media. Born in the United States, he rose to prominence as an editor at DC Comics and later Marvel Comics, where he oversaw acclaimed series such as *52*, *The Amazing Spider-Man*, *Hawkeye*, *Ms. Marvel*, *Daredevil*, and *Captain Marvel*. His editorial hand helped shape some of the most defining runs of the 2000s and 2010s. Wacker also ventured into writing, credited on a dozen issues between 2009 and 2014, most notably for *Skrull Kill Krew*, *The Amazing Spider-Man*, and *Hawkeye*. Beyond comics, he produced the animated series *Rocket & Groot*, earning an Emmy nomination, and worked in podcast and digital media production. His collaborations with writers like Matt Fraction, Kelly Sue DeConnick, and Brian Michael Bendis were particularly fruitful, co-creating key storylines and characters. Wacker’s legacy lies in his ability to nurture groundbreaking, character-driven superhero stories while expanding into new media, leaving a lasting impact on Marvel’s modern editorial direction.