DC Comics' new Superman is bisexual activist

DC Comics has announced that the new Superman, Jonathan Kent, will come out as bisexual in the upcoming issue Superman: Son of Kal-El #5, set for release on November 9, 2021. The character, who took over the mantle from his father Clark Kent in July 2021, will develop a romantic relationship with journalist Jay Nakamura, a character introduced in the third volume of the series. The announcement was made on National Coming Out Day by DC Comics. Writer Tom Taylor stated that replacing Clark Kent with another straight white savior would have been a missed opportunity, acknowledging that while it might have been harder five years ago, times have changed positively. The new Superman has already been depicted fighting climate change, protesting refugee pushbacks, and stopping a school shooting, aligning the character with contemporary social issues.