- Madame Tussauds, Marvel
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Famous Facts...
- The character made his first appearance in Tales of Suspense #39 (cover-dated March 1963) and received his own title in Iron Man #1 (May 1968)
- A wealthy American business magnate, philanthropist, and ingenious scientist, Anthony Edward "Tony" Stark suffers a severe chest injury during a kidnapping
- Later, Stark develops his suit, adding weapons and other technological devices he designed through his company, Stark Industries