Galactus (/ ɡəˈlæktəs /) is a fictional character appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. Formerly a mortal man, he is a cosmic entity who consumes planets to sustain …

Galactus is a cosmic being that consumes the life energy found in planets for sustenance. In the prior multiversal cycle, the Sixth Cosmos, he was a mortal Taa-an named Galan of the planet …

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Jan 4, 2026 · Galactus seems to have a lot in common with the all-powerful Celestials, but is he actually one of them? Here's the lowdown on the Marvel character.

Jul 10, 2025 · Galactus’ origins are a little bit confusing, as they have been retconned so many times. But, currently, Galactus comes from The Sixth Cosmos, which is essentially the …

Formerly a mortal man, he is a cosmic entity who consumes planets to sustain his life force, and serves a functional role in the upkeep of the primary Marvel continuity. He was created by …

Jul 25, 2025 · Well, Galactus has been in Marvel lore since The Fantastic Four #48 in 1966, and his origin story has pretty much remained the same. Originally an explorer named Galan from …

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Jul 25, 2025 · One of Marvel Comics’ most powerful cosmic entities, Galactus was created by writer Stan Lee and artist Jack Kirby, and first appeared in Fantastic Four #48 (March 1966). …

Galactus was originally an explorer named Galan from a planet called "Taa" in a universe which existed before the big bang. When the impending cataclysm gradually killed all life in his …