Marvel Confirms Aunt May’s Age in the MCU, Surprising Fans in Spider-Man: Brand New Day
Marvel Confirms Aunt May’s Age in the MCU, Surprising Fans in Spider-Man: Brand New Day
Marvel Studios has finally settled one long-standing fan debate — Aunt May’s exact age in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The revelation came from new set photos for Spider-Man: Brand New Day, confirming the character was 60 years old at the time of her death.
The discovery reignited conversations about Marisa Tomei’s portrayal of Peter Parker’s beloved aunt. Tomei, who played the role across Tom Holland’s Spider-Man trilogy, has always been viewed as a younger, modern take on the character. Interestingly, Tomei is currently the same age as Aunt May’s gravestone states.
The set photos show Holland’s Peter Parker visiting May’s grave in winter, echoing the heartbreaking events of Spider-Man: No Way Home, where she died after delivering the iconic line, “With great power, there must also come great responsibility.” The moment also teases Zendaya’s return as MJ, despite her character’s memory wipe in the previous film.
Fans quickly noticed the age detail, with some pointing out that due to the Blip in Avengers: Infinity War, May would have been around 55 in real-time. The tombstone, however, cements her in-universe age at 60. This also subtly confirms that the latter part of No Way Home took place in 2024.
Social media reactions ranged from surprise to disbelief. Many were shocked that Tomei was playing a 60-year-old, while others speculated about the absence of Uncle Ben’s grave beside hers. The MCU has never directly shown Ben Parker or confirmed his existence in this version of the story.
Beyond the number on her gravestone, Aunt May’s impact on Peter remains one of the MCU’s most emotional story arcs. In this continuity, she filled the role of moral compass traditionally held by Uncle Ben, shaping Peter’s growth into a selfless hero. Her sacrifice in No Way Home continues to influence his journey, especially now that he operates without the support of friends or mentors.
With fresh set photos, new suit reveals, and confirmed appearances from characters like Hulk, excitement for Spider-Man: Brand New Day is only building. As fans speculate about the film’s villains and storylines, Aunt May’s legacy promises to remain a guiding force for Peter in his next chapter.
