Mary Rivera, known for her memorable role in Spider-Man: No Way Home, has died at the age of 82. The actress, who played Ned Leeds' grandmother in the 2021 film, passed away on April 15 in Honolulu, Hawaii, according to her family.
Stroke and Coma
Rivera suffered a stroke that left her in an 'extremely serious' condition before she fell into a coma. Her family told TMZ that even if she had regained consciousness, her chances of recovery were very slim. After hearing the doctors' reports, her family made the decision to take her off life support.
Memorable Role
Despite having a small role, Rivera made a lasting impression on audiences for famously ordering Peter Parker, played by Andrew Garfield, to clean up his cobwebs. Speaking in Tagalog, her words were translated by her grandson Ned, played by Jacob Batalon. The light-hearted moment quickly became a fan favourite following the film's release.
Pride and Legacy
Rivera's family said she was 'extremely proud' of appearing in the Marvel blockbuster and considered it one of the greatest achievements of her life. Spider-Man: No Way Home became one of the biggest films of 2021, reuniting Tom Holland, Andrew Garfield, and Tobey Maguire in a multiverse adventure that broke box office records worldwide. Tributes have begun to pour in from fans, many remembering Rivera for her brief but scene-stealing appearance.
