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A colorful graffiti mural of Superman in Tel Aviv, encouraging courage with the message 'Don't be scared.'

Superman

Superman is a very famous superhero. He was created by writer Jerry Siegel and artist Joe Shuster. He first appeared in Action Comics in 1938. Superman is known all around the world.

Superman was born Kal-El on the planet Krypton. Before his planet could be destroyed, his parents sent him to Earth in a spaceship. He landed near the town of Smallville, Kansas. There, a kind couple named Jonathan and Martha Kent adopted him and named him Clark Kent. Because of Earth's yellow sun, he gained amazing powers like super strength, speed, and the ability to fly.

In the city of Metropolis, Clark works as a journalist at the Daily Planet. His friends there include Lois Lane, Jimmy Olsen, and Perry White. Superman uses his powers to help people and protect them from danger.

Superman is part of a group of heroes called the Justice League, with characters like Wonder Woman and Batman. Many actors have played Superman in films, including Christopher Reeve and Henry Cavill. Superman has appeared in many stories, shows, and movies, making him one of the most famous superheroes in the world.

Images

Celebrities and comic book experts gather at the Library of Congress to celebrate 80 years of Superman and the 1000th issue of Action Comics.
Kirk Alyn dressed as Superman in a 1948 movie still.
Portrait of Joseph Shuster, co-creator of the iconic superhero Superman.
Actor George Reeves as Superman from the 1954 U.S. government film 'Stamp Day for Superman.'

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