The Illuminati, a secret organization, was formed to save the world, but its members have done some terrible things on their own.
Created to protect the world, the group's members have done more harm than good. The Illuminati was first revealed in New Avengers #7 in 2005, but was formed years earlier by Iron Man, Namor, Reed Richards, Doctor Strange, Charles Xavier, and Black Bolt.
Initially, Black Panther was also invited to join, but he refused, citing the egos of the members as the reason it would never work. His concerns were validated, as the Illuminati's actions led to the Secret Invasion and World War Hulk, and nearly destroyed Earth-1610.
The group's members have been involved in various questionable actions, including manipulating and hurting their own allies. Here are the worst things each member of the Illuminati has ever done.
T’Challa was right, as the Illuminati caused the Secret Invasion and World War Hulk, and they almost destroyed Earth-1610.
Author's summary: Illuminati members' worst actions revealed.