Superman

Superman is a fictional superhero created by writer Jerry Siegel and artist Joe Shuster for DC Comics.

Superman is a fictional superhero created by writer Jerry Siegel and artist Joe Shuster for DC Comics. First appearing in *Action Comics* #1 in 1938, he is one of the most widely recognised comic-book characters and has appeared across comics, film, television, radio, and other media. In most versions, he is an alien from Krypton who lives on Earth under the human identity Clark Kent.

Origin

Superman was introduced in 1938 in *Action Comics* #1. He is portrayed as an infant from Krypton sent to Earth before his home planet’s destruction and raised by Jonathan and Martha Kent in Smallville, Kansas.

Character identity

Superman’s Kryptonian birth name is Kal-El, while his human identity is Clark Kent. In most continuity, Clark Kent works as a reporter for the *Daily Planet* in Metropolis.

Abilities and weaknesses

Superman is known for super strength, flight, invulnerability, heat vision, and other powers. Kryptonite is the character’s most famous weakness because it emits radiation that can severely weaken Kryptonians.

Cultural impact

Superman is often described as one of the first modern superheroes and has become one of the most recognisable fictional characters in popular culture. The character has appeared in comic books, films, television series, radio, video games, and related media.