Who Is Roxanne Simpson Blaze? Origin, Powers and Key Facts
Roxanne Simpson Blaze (Marvel): Roxanne is the late wife of Johnny Blaze, the Ghost Rider. She became the Black Rose after her death.

Roxanne Simpson Blaze is a Marvel comic book character, the alter ego of Roxanne Simpson, with over 153 comic issue appearances. Roxanne is the late wife of Johnny Blaze, the Ghost Rider. She became the Black Rose after her death.
Who is Roxanne Simpson Blaze?
Origin Roxanne Simpson was Johnny Blaze 's childhood sweetheart. The two of them grew up together in the traveling circus where both Roxanne's parents and Johnny's father worked. Later on, Roxanne's parents adopted Johnny after his father died. Roxanne and Johnny where now closer then ever before and their romance blossomed. Creation Roxanne Simpson was created by Gary Friedrich and Mike Ploog and first appeared in Marvel Spotlight Vol.1 issue 5 (1972). Major Story Arcs Ghost Rider Ends a Love Roxanne and Johnny's romance was at their best. Trouble would however arise very soon, as Roxanne's father was diagnosed with cancer which would be fatal to him. Roxanne and Johnny tried to help their (adoptive) father by finding a cure and eventually found it in making a literal deal with the devil.
Key facts
Roxanne Simpson Blaze is of human origin and first appeared in "Origin of the Ghost Rider". The character is published by Marvel. With 153 recorded issue appearances, Roxanne Simpson Blaze ranks among the most featured characters in comics.
Frequently asked questions
Who is Roxanne Simpson Blaze?
Roxanne is the late wife of Johnny Blaze, the Ghost Rider. She became the Black Rose after her death.
What is Roxanne Simpson Blaze's real name?
Roxanne Simpson Blaze's real identity is Roxanne Simpson.
When did Roxanne Simpson Blaze first appear?
Roxanne Simpson Blaze first appeared in "Origin of the Ghost Rider".



