Richard Parker (Earth-4026)

"Peter, if you're watching this... it means I'm dead. Probably have been for a long time now. But I'm leaving this video for you because, well because I thought it would be easier. I wasn't a very good father. I wasn't around very often, but when I was I tried my best, you have to know that. Because I love you so much. And I would do anything to preserve your future, even give my own life... which is what I fear I'll have to do. My work has gotten the attention of some dangerous people. I'm not going to tell you who because if you're anything like me you'll want to find them. But I'm begging you, Peter... don't. I'm leaving this message to tell you to not live in my shadow. Be your own man. A great man. I love you."

- Richard Parker

Richard Parker was one of the most brilliant scientists Oscorp had ever seen. He created the Venom symbiote alongside Edward Brock and experimented with cross species genetics alongside Curtis Connors. Richard was married to Mary Parker, a S.H.I.E.L.D. agent, with whom he had a son named Peter. Richard and Mary left Peter with Richard's brother, Ben, to protect him after Hydra started chasing after Richard's work, ultimately resulting in their deaths.