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Creation & Design

Northstar was created by writer Chris Claremont and artist John Byrne, debuting in the late 1970s as part of the X-Men universe. He was one of the first openly gay superheroes in comic books.

Early Years

Initially introduced as a member of Alpha Flight, Northstar's character was developed through various story arcs that explored his relationships with other mutants and his struggles with his identity.

Character Development

Over the years, Northstar has evolved from a supporting character in Alpha Flight to a prominent figure in the X-Men universe, known for his speed, bravery, and advocacy for LGBTQ+ representation in comics.

Cultural Reception

Northstar has been well-received by fans and critics alike, particularly for his role as one of the first openly gay superheroes, which has contributed to discussions about representation in comic books.

Character Details

Real Name:
Jean-Paul Beaubier
First Appearance:
Uncanny X-Men #120
Aliases:
Aurora, Alpha Flight
Species:
Mutant
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Alpha Flight, X-Men, Avengers
Abilities:
Superhuman speed, Flight, Enhanced reflexes
Weight:
160lbs
Height:
6' 10"
Eye Color:
blue
Hair Color:
black

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Uncanny X-Men #120
Marvel ⋅ 1979
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Uncanny X-Men #120
 
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1st cameo team appearance of Alpha Flight: Sasquatch, Aurora, Northstar, Shaman, Snowbird

[June 2020 - Alpha Flight rumored to make an appearance in the MCU]

Uncanny X-Men #121
Marvel ⋅ 1979
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Uncanny X-Men #121
 
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1st full team appearance of Alpha Flight: Aurora, Northstar, Sasquatch, Snowbird, Shaman, and Vindicator, formerly Weapon Alpha

Alpha Flight #1
Marvel ⋅ 1983
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Alpha Flight #1
 
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1st appearance of Puck, a superb fighter with no mutant powers

1st appearance of Marrina, wife of Namor

1st appearance of Tundra, a member of the Great Beasts

1st appearance of Madison Jeffries

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1st cameo appearance of Wild Child

1st cameo team appearance of Gamma Flight, a team training to rise the ranks through Beta Flight to Alpha Flight

Alpha Flight #106
Marvel ⋅ 1992
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Alpha Flight #106
 
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Northstar reveals he is gay

1st appearance of Major Mapleleaf

Alpha Flight #8
1:15 ⋅ Marvel ⋅ 2012
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Alpha Flight #8
 
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Variant cover art by Leinil Francis Yu

Astonishing X-Men #51
Marvel ⋅ 2012
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Astonishing X-Men #51
 
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Marriage of Northstar and Kyle Jinadu, proposal happened in issue #50

First same sex marriage in Marvel Comics

X-Factor #10
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1:50 ⋅ Marvel ⋅ 2021
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X-Factor #10
 
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Variant cover art by Phil Jimenez featuring Northstar

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