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Creation & Design

Lois Lane was created by Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster as a strong female character in the early days of comic books, representing the archetype of the ambitious reporter.

Early Years

Lois Lane debuted in Action Comics #1 and quickly became a central character in the Superman mythos, often portrayed as a love interest and a formidable journalist.

Character Development

Over the decades, Lois Lane has evolved from a damsel in distress to a fully realized character with her own agency, often taking on roles that emphasize her intelligence and bravery.

Cultural Reception

Lois Lane has been widely praised as one of the first strong female characters in comic books, breaking stereotypes and paving the way for future female heroes.

Character Details

Real Name:
Lois Lane
First Appearance:
Action Comics #1
Species:
Human
Gender:
Female
Affiliations:
Daily Planet, Justice League, Superman Family
Abilities:
Investigative journalism, Hand-to-hand combat, High intelligence
Equipment:
Camera, Notebook, Voice recorder
Weight:
130lbs
Height:
5' 5"
Eye Color:
brown
Hair Color:
brown

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Action Comics #1
DC ⋅ 1938
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Action Comics #1
 
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1st appearance of Superman

1st appearance of Lois Lane

1st appearance of Zatara, Zatanna's father

1st appearance of Tex Thompson, later becomes Mr. America

Action Comics #2
DC ⋅ 1938
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Action Comics #2
 
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2nd appearance of Superman

2nd appearance of Lois Lane and Zatara

Action Comics #27
DC ⋅ 1940
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Action Comics #27
 
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1st cover appearance of Lois Lane

Superman #16
DC ⋅ 1942
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Superman #16
 
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2nd cover appearance of Lois Lane

Action Comics #57
DC ⋅ 1943
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Action Comics #57
 
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3rd cover appearance of Lois Lane

Action Comics #60
DC ⋅ 1943
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Action Comics #60
 
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Lois Lane appears as Superwoman

Superman #28
DC ⋅ 1944
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Superman #28
 
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First solo Lois Lane story

Showcase #9
DC ⋅ 1957
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Showcase #9
 
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First time Lois Lane featured in a title

Showcase #10
DC ⋅ 1957
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Showcase #10
 
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Second time Lois Lane is featured in a title

Superman's Girl Friend, Lois Lane #1
DC ⋅ 1958
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Superman's Girl Friend, Lois Lane #1
 
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Premiere issue of Superman spin-off featuring Lois Lane and Superman

Action Comics #255
DC ⋅ 1959
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Action Comics #255
 
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1st appearance of Bizarro Lois Lane

Superman's Girl Friend, Lois Lane #13
DC ⋅ 1959
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Superman's Girl Friend, Lois Lane #13
 
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1st appearance of Sam and Ella Lane, the parents of Lois and Lucy Lane

Superman's Girl Friend, Lois Lane #106
DC ⋅ 1970
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Superman's Girl Friend, Lois Lane #106
 
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Racially insensitive story where Lois utilizes some technology that changes her race so she can experience life as a black woman

Action Comics #662
DC ⋅ 1991
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Action Comics #662
 
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Clark Kent tells Lois Lane that he is Superman

Showcase '96 #3
DC ⋅ 1996
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Showcase '96 #3
 
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Prototype team appearance of the Birds of Prey: Black Canary, Oracle and Lois Lane

Superman: The Wedding Album #1
DC ⋅ 1996
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Superman: The Wedding Album #1
 
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Marriage of Superman and Lois Lane

Interior art depicts a number of past Superman creators attending the wedding which is officiated by Jerry Siegel

Action Comics #810
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DC ⋅ 2004
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Action Comics #810
 
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Non-Key Issue. No additional information is available.

Convergence: Superman #2
DC ⋅ 2015
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Convergence: Superman #2
 
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1st appearance of Jonathan Kent, the infant son of Superman and Lois Lane, later becomes Superboy

Preview appearance of Doomed

Superman Giant #7
DC ⋅ 2019
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Superman Giant #7
 
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Controversial issue depicting the torture and murder of Lois Lane over the course of 12 pages

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