Is Val a villain in Marvel?

Type of Villain Contessa Valentina Allegra de Fontaine, also known as Valentina or Val for short, is a recurring antagonist in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

How is Val in Marvel?

In the comics, Contessa Valentina Allegra de la Fontaine is an alleged Italian noblewoman who joined S.H.I.E.L.D. and even ascended temporarily to the rank of Deputy Director, becoming Nick Fury’s lover.

Who is Val in The Avengers?

Cover to SECRET WARRIORS (2009) #3. Countess Valentina Allegra de Fontaine, AKA “La Contessa,” AKA VAL, can be considered the Godfather of the spy world. Like the famous mob patriarch, the woman sometimes known as Val hails from a clandestine empire and is all about that organized crime life. She is also a top spy.

Who is Val Marvel Black Widow?

Her name is quite a mouthful, but Contessa Valentina Allegra de Fontaine is all about making a strong first impression. She certainly left an impression on Nick Fury. Created by writer/artist Jim Steranko, Contessa made her debut way back in 1967’s Strange Tales #159.