Comic-book legend Stan Lee will share a simple message Friday when he appears in Las Vegas: Let’s respect each other to solve America’s challenges together.

While the mission seems particularly poignant after last week’s 2016 presidential election, Lee says his “Hands of Respect” campaign is nonpartisan and nonpolitical. In fact, the lapel pin he will be selling was created before election day.

“Listen up, True Believer. Here’s how YOU can be a real life superhero! Join me in inspiring RESPECT FOR ALL!,” Lee’s website says.

The laboratory belonging to Bruce Banner, the Incredible Hulk’s alter ego, is among the stops guests explore during a visit to the Marvel Avengers S.T.A.T.I.O.N. attraction. (Victory Hill Exhibitions )


In a departure from the colorful comics he created for decades, the lapel pin features two clasped hands — one black, one white — with the word “Respect.”

The purchase of a $10 pin will include a voucher to get a second one for free. Best of all for Lee’s fans, the first 50 buyers will be invited to a meet-and-greet with the former head of Marvel Comics.

Pin sales will start at 10 a.m. in the retail store of Marvel Avengers S.T.A.T.I.O.N., an attraction that opened this summer at the Treasure Island hotel-casino. Lee’s appearance there is scheduled for 2 p.m.

Considered the godfather of modern-day superheroes, Lee, 93, co-created a wealth of Marvel superheroes, including the Avengers, Doctor Strange, the Fantastic Four, the Incredible Hulk, Iron Man and Spider-Man — all of whom have been adapted to the big screen.


Comic and movie fans can learn more about their favorite characters at Avengers S.T.A.T.I.O.N. during a fantasy-filled journey into the “Marvel Cinematic Universe.”

Stan Lee, the creator of numerous comic book superheroes, is on a mission to bring Americans together. (Stan Lee )

Guests witness an array of what a news release described as “intelligence files, classified studies and experiments.” Along the way, you’ll view an extensive collection of Avengers gear — including Bruce Banner’s laboratory and Captain America’s uniform and shield.

The attraction is open 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily. Tickets cost $34 for adults and $24 for children ages 4 to 11.


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