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Wonder Woman

Wonder Woman is a DC Comics superheroine and one of the best-known female superheroes in popular culture.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Wonder Woman is a DC Comics superheroine and one of the best-known female superheroes in popular culture. She first appeared in 1941 and is usually portrayed as Princess Diana of Themyscira, an Amazon warrior princess with ties to Greek mythology. The character has appeared in comics, television, animation, and films.

Publication history

Wonder Woman debuted in All Star Comics #8 in 1941 and was created by William Moulton Marston and Harry G. Peter. She quickly became one of DC Comics' most enduring characters.

Character biography

In most versions, Wonder Woman is Princess Diana of Themyscira, an Amazon princess or warrior. She is often depicted leaving her island home to promote peace, justice, and equality in the outside world.

Powers and equipment

Wonder Woman is typically shown with superhuman strength, speed, agility, flight, combat skill, and resistance to injury. Her best-known items include the golden Lasso of Truth and bullet-deflecting bracelets.

Film and television

Wonder Woman has been portrayed by several actors in screen adaptations. The most widely known film portrayal is Gal Gadot in the DC films, while earlier live-action television versions were played by Lynda Carter and others.

Key facts

  • Wonder Woman is a superheroine published by DC Comics since 1941.
  • She is commonly known as Princess Diana of Themyscira and uses Diana Prince as a civilian identity.
  • She is associated with the Amazons and Greek mythology.
  • Her signature equipment includes the Lasso of Truth and indestructible bracelets.
  • The character is widely regarded as one of the most influential superheroes of all time.
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Canadian context

Wonder Woman is widely known to Canadian readers through DC Comics publishing, television broadcasts, and major superhero films shown in Canada.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Wonder Woman?
Wonder Woman is a DC Comics superheroine, usually portrayed as Princess Diana of Themyscira, an Amazon warrior princess.
Who plays Wonder Woman in the movies?
In the main modern film series, Wonder Woman is played by Gal Gadot.
What is Wonder Woman's real name?
Her real name is usually given as Princess Diana of Themyscira, with Diana Prince used as her civilian identity.
What are Wonder Woman's powers?
She typically has superhuman strength, speed, agility, flight, combat skill, healing, and resistance to injury, along with magical weapons and the Lasso of Truth.
How old is Wonder Woman?
Her age is not fixed, because it varies by continuity; she is often portrayed as ageless or effectively long-lived as an Amazon.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wonder_Woman
    Supports: First appearance, creators, real name, and general character description.
  2. DC — https://dc.com/characters/wonder-woman
    Supports: Official character description, powers, alias, and first appearance.
  3. Encyclopaedia Britannica — https://www.britannica.com/topic/Wonder-Woman
    Supports: Overview of the character, powers, and cultural significance.
  4. Simple English Wikipedia — https://simple.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wonder_Woman
    Supports: Real name, best-known powers, and basic character description.