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September 02, 2026 ·

RUDIS Teams With DC for Superman-Inspired JB1 Wrestling Shoes

RUDIS is expanding its lineup of performance wrestling footwear with a new Superman-inspired edition of the JB1 Wrestling Shoe, created in collaboration with DC and designed to bring the colors and symbolism of the Man of Steel to the mat. The wrestling shoes are scheduled to release in Fall, 2026 and will be offered in adult and youth versions as part of the company's DC Comics x RUDIS collection with pricing starting at US$145.00 (adult) and US$135.00 (youth).

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September 01, 2026 ·

McFarlane Toys Unveils Final Wave of DC Super Powers Figures

The assortment continues the line’s 4.5-inch scale and retro-inspired presentation, drawing on the visual style of the classic DC Super Powers brand while featuring interpretations of characters from across DC Comics. The six-figure assortment includes Superman in his Justice Society of America design, Silver Age Flash, Martian Manhunter, Wonder Girl, Deathstroke and Metallic Cyborg.

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August 31, 2026 ·

“Smallville” Cast Reunion Set for Ottawa Comiccon 2026

Smallville stars Tom Welling, Erica Durance, Kristin Kreuk and Laura Vandervoort are set to reunite at Ottawa Comiccon, taking place Sept. 11-13, 2026, at the Cohere Centre in Ottawa. The four actors, who portrayed Clark Kent, Lois Lane, Lana Lang and Kara Zor-El/Supergirl, respectively, will be among the featured celebrity guests appearing during the three-day pop culture convention.

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August 30, 2026 ·

ThrillJoy Unveils 'Superman' Ultraman PIX! Vinyl Figure with Mr. Handsome Chase Variant

ThrillJoy is expanding its lineup of DC collectibles with a new limited-edition Ultraman PIX! Vinyl Figure (and Mr. Handsome CHASE variant) inspired by the character's appearance in 'Superman' (2025). Standing approximately 7.25 inches tall, the figure is limited to 9,999 pieces and includes a certificate of authenticity presented as a laser-printed, spot-varnished collector's card.

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August 30, 2026 ·

Propstore Auction Sees Christopher Reeve Superman Costume Sell for $233,100

A screen-worn Superman costume featuring pieces worn by Christopher Reeve in two of his appearances as the Man of Steel has sold for $233,100 during Propstore's Summer Entertainment Memorabilia Live Auction in Los Angeles. The costume, offered as Lot 387 during the first day of the auction, combines a blue tunic and tights worn by Reeve in 1987's 'Superman IV: The Quest for Peace' with a cape and belt from 1983's 'Superman III'.

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August 29, 2026 ·

Unboxing the New Upper Deck 'Inspirations: The World of DC' Trading Card Collection

Upper Deck recently provided the Superman Super Site with a review sample box of its new Inspirations: The World of DC Trading Card collection. Created in partnership with DC, the premium release celebrates the artwork, characters and memorable comic book covers that have helped define the DC Universe for generations. Opening the box reveals an impressive assortment of cards featuring heroes and villains from throughout DC history, including Superman, Supergirl, Batman, Wonder Woman, The Flash, Green Lantern and many more.

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THIS MONTH IN SUPERMAN HISTORY

September 03

Valerie Perrine, Eve Teschmacher in 'Superman: The Movie' and 'Superman: II', born in 1943.

September 06

Justin Whalin, Jimmy Olsen in Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman, born in 1974.

September 08

The Super Friends cartoon show makes its debut on ABC-TV in 1973.

September 10

Filmation's The New Adventures of Superman animated series premieres on CBS in 1966.

September 11

Tyler Hoechlin, Superman/Clark Kent in 'Superman & Lois', born in Corona, CA in 1987.

September 12

'Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman' makes its debut on ABC-TV in 1993.

September 13

Artist Mike Grell (Superboy and the Legion of Super Heroes) born in 1947.

September 15

Jackie Cooper, Perry White in the Superman films, born in 1922.

September 17

Writer Roger Stern (Action Comics) born in 1950.

September 25

Christopher Reeve, star of the Superman films, born in 1952.

September 26

Writer Louise Simonson (Superman: The Man of Steel) born in 1946.

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DID YOU KNOW?

Patrick Wayne, son of actor John Wayne, was originally cast as Superman in the 1978 film.

Ray Middleton was the first actor to officially appear as Superman during the 1940 New York World's Fair.

Clark Kent dated a mermaid from Atlantis named Lori Lemaris during his college years.

The original name of the Daily Planet newspaper in the earliest Superman comics was The Daily Star.

Superman had a boxing match with Muhammad Ali in a massive 1978 oversized comic book during an alien invasion.

The actual name of the "Bizarro World" planet is Htrae ("Earth" spelled backward).

Clark Kent worked at the WGBS-TV news network as an anchor throughout the 1970s run of Superman comics.

Krypton is also the name of a real, unincorporated community in eastern Kentucky.

In Action Comics #1, Superman could not fly but did have the ability to leap an eighth of a mile.

Henry Cavill originally auditioned for the role of Superman in what would eventually become "Superman Returns".

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Superman in the Real World

Exploring the Places, People and Stories Behind the Legend

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WOOLSTOCK, IOWAWoolstock, Iowa, is a small community with a remarkable place in Superman history. Located in Wright County, the town was the birthplace of George Reeves, the actor who would go on to become one of the most familiar faces associated with Superman through his starring role in the landmark 1950s television series, "The Adventures of Superman".→

METROPOLIS, NEVADAWhat was once a thriving community of 25,000 is now nothing more than a ghost town of old hotel and school foundations and desert land littered with artifacts that dictate what once existed here. There is also a stone memorial honoring the town and the residents which lived here from 1911 - 1947.→

KRYPTON, KENTUCKYLong before Superman fans began searching the map for connections to the Man of Steel, Krypton was already the name of a small community in eastern Kentucky. Located in Perry County along the North Fork of the Kentucky River, approximately 10 miles northwest of Hazard, Krypton is an unincorporated community surrounded by the mountains and coalfields of the region.→

METROPOLIS, ILLINOISThe Metropolis Chamber of Commerce wants visitors to think of their town, Metropolis as the legendary residence of Kal-El, the last son of Krypton. For nearly five decades, the small town of Metropolis, Illinois, has welcomed tourists and curiosity seekers to the one-and-only home of the comic book hero.→

GEORGE REEVES' HOMEGeorge Bessolo Reeves lived in a modest house in Benedict Canyon in Los Angeles, California up until the time of his death on June 15, 1959. The home is currently a private residence but photos can be easily taken from the street. If you are lucky enough, the homeowners may allow you to tour the grounds of the home and possibly the interior as well.→

JERRY SIEGEL CHILDHOOD HOMEJerry Siegel, co-creator of the Man of Steel, was born and raised in the community of Glenville, a suburb of Cleveland, Ohio. For those interested in visiting the community, the Siegel childhood home (which just happens to be painted Superman blue, red and yellow) is at 10622 Kimberly Avenue. It is now listed on the National Register of Historic Places.→

GEORGE REEVES' GRAVESITEThe final resting spot of George Bessolo Reeves lies within the Mountain View Cemetery in Altadena, California. His ashes lie within a crypt in the Pasadena Mausoleum, Sunrise Corridor with a memorial plaque from his mother that reads simply, "My Beloved Son - Superman - George Bessolo Reeves - Jan. 6, 1914 - June 16, 1959".→

AMAZING WORLD OF SUPERMANOriginally planned for construction in Metropolis, IL and scheduled to open in 1972, The Amazing World of Superman was a giant complex that would have brought to life many phases of the Superman legend through rides, exhibits, and other forms of entertainment. Unfortunately, the whole project ultimately came to an abrupt end before construction even started.→

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