Superman has come out as bisexual in the new DC Comic, Superman: Son of Kal-El.
Fans will be able to enjoy the groundbreaking moment play out in the comic's November 9 issue, as new Superman Jonathon Kent - the son of Clark Kent and Lois Lane - embraces his true feelings.
Tom Taylor, who has penned the series, told the New York Times that replacing the original Superman, Clark Kent, "with another straight white savior felt like a missed opportunity".
In a statement further explaining his decision, Taylor said: "I’ve always said everyone needs heroes and everyone deserves to see themselves in their heroes and I’m very grateful DC and Warner Bros share this idea.
"Superman’s symbol has always stood for hope, for truth, and for justice. Today, that symbol represents something more. Today, more people can see themselves in the most powerful superhero in comics."
The new edition, 'Superman: Son of Kal-El #5', will see reporter Jay Nakamura comfort and take care of Superman after the superhero experiences a "burnout" while trying to save those involved in refugee deportations and high school shootings, The Quint reports. This closeness will lead to the pair developing a romance.
And the fan response to the news has been overwhelmingly accepting, with people taking to Twitter to share their joy at Superman's LGBTQIA+ identity.
Shouting out the comic's artist, John Timms, one fan wrote: "Honestly, this is going to make a huge impact on so many LGBTQ+ young people across the world. To see themselves in a hero like Jon Kent. I’m so proud of you, @johntimmsart and @DCComics. It’s brave and historic."
A second tweeted: "This is amazing for my friends in the #lgbtq community! Bravo, @DCComics!"
A third fan wrote: "This is amazing. As a lifelong Superman fan + bisexual, I am over the moon. I honestly never thought this day would come. Thank you for continuing to press for greater queer representation in comics and making great stories."
"Some real important stuff going on in the comics world today. So happy to see Superman come out as bisexual. Representation in such an iconic franchise will set the stage for so much going forward in that industry," wrote a fourth Twitter user.
This news was announced on Monday, October 11, which is also recognized as National Coming Out Day.
