Mary Rivera, Spider-Man: No Way Home Actress, Dies at 82 in Hawaii
Mary Rivera, known for her sole acting role as Ned Leeds' grandmother in Spider-Man: No Way Home, died at age 82 on April 15, 2026, in Honolulu after suffering a stroke. A retired missionary born in the Philippines, Rivera was proud to represent Filipino culture in the Marvel film. Her brief but memorable performance, including speaking Tagalog, earned widespread appreciation. Rivera is survived by her husband, children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, with a celebration of life planned for June 6, 2026.
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timesnow broke this story on 4 Aug, 02:18 am. Other outlets followed.