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Creation & Design

The character was created by writer Martin Caidin, inspired by the novel 'Cyborg' which introduced the concept of bionic enhancements.

Early Years

Steve Austin was a test pilot who suffered a catastrophic accident, leading to his bionic reconstruction by the government, transforming him into the Six Million Dollar Man.

Character Development

Over the years, Steve Austin has evolved from a simple action hero to a complex character grappling with the implications of his bionic enhancements and the nature of humanity.

Cultural Reception

The Six Million Dollar Man was well-received, becoming a cultural icon of the 1970s and 1980s, influencing various media and merchandise.

Character Details

Real Name:
Steve Austin
First Appearance:
The Six Million Dollar Man #1
Aliases:
Bionic Man, Colonel Austin
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
OSI, NASA
Abilities:
Superhuman strength, Enhanced speed, Bionic limbs
Equipment:
Bionic enhancements, Advanced technology
Weight:
200lbs
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
blue
Hair Color:
blonde

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The Six Million Dollar Man #1
Charlton ⋅ 1976
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1st appearance of Steve Austin, the Six Million Dollar Man in comic books

G.I. Joe vs the Six Million Dollar Man #1
1:25 ⋅ IDW ⋅ 2018
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G.I. Joe vs the Six Million Dollar Man #1
 
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Variant cover art by Jerry Ordway

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