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Creation & Design

Cheetah was created by William Moulton Marston and first appeared in Wonder Woman #6 in 1943. The character was designed to be a foil to Wonder Woman, embodying the themes of jealousy and rivalry.

Early Years

Initially portrayed as a jewel thief, Cheetah's character evolved over the years, with various incarnations and backstories, including her transformation into a more animalistic form.

Character Development

Over the years, Cheetah has evolved from a simple villain to a complex character with her own motivations and struggles, often reflecting themes of empowerment and the consequences of ambition.

Cultural Reception

Cheetah has been received as one of Wonder Woman's most iconic foes, often praised for her depth and complexity compared to other villains.

Character Details

Real Name:
Barbara Ann Minerva
First Appearance:
Wonder Woman #6
Aliases:
Cheetah
Species:
Human
Gender:
Female
Affiliations:
Villains, Injustice League, Legion of Doom
Abilities:
Superhuman speed, Enhanced agility, Feline-like reflexes
Equipment:
Cheetah costume, Claws
Weight:
100lbs
Height:
5' 3"
Eye Color:
green
Hair Color:
blonde

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Wonder Woman #6
DC ⋅ 1943
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Wonder Woman #6
 
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1st appearance of Cheetah

Wonder Woman #160
DC ⋅ 1966
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Wonder Woman #160
 
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1st appearance of the Cheetah in the Silver Age

1st appearance of the second Dr. Psycho

Wonder Woman #274
DC ⋅ 1980
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Wonder Woman #274
 
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1st appearance of the second Cheetah

Wonder Woman #7
DC ⋅ 1987
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Wonder Woman #7
 
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1st appearance of Barbara Ann Minerva, becomes Cheetah in issue #9

1st appearance of Epione, an Amazon

Wonder Woman #9
DC ⋅ 1987
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Wonder Woman #9
 
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1st appearance and origin of Barbara Minerva as the third Cheetah

Wonder Woman #187
DC ⋅ 2003
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Wonder Woman #187
 
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Cover art by Adam Hughes featuring Cheetah

Year of the Villain #1
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1:100 ⋅ DC ⋅ 2019
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Year of the Villain #1
 
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Variant cover art by Artgerm featuring the Cheetah

DCeased Unkillables #1
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C2E2 ⋅ DC ⋅ 2020
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DCeased Unkillables #1
 
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Variant cover art by Ryan Brown

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