Did you know that the 35th president of the United States, John F. Kennedy, appeared in several comic books with Superman? Although, it could have been more, because prior to his death, the White House partnered up with DC Comics in order to publish a special issue of 'Superman' promoting JFK's physical fitness initiative. But then, when the aforementioned president tragically passed away, the comic book was put to one side and eventually published at a later date. Along similar lines, DC has also published a number of other comic books starring Superman with a well-known celebrity, such as...
Cover date: January 1950 / Written by: Alvin Schwartz / Illustrated by: Wayne Boring / Name of the story: Black Magic on Mars!
Celebrity starring in the comic book: The American actor, director, screenwriter, and producer, Orson Welles, who's best remembered for his innovative work in film, radio, and theatre, most notably his 1938 radio adaptation of the H. G. Wells novel, 'The War of the Worlds', as well as his 1941 cinematic classic, 'Citizen Kane' / Summary of the story: Upon completing his most recent film, entitled, 'Black Magic', Orson Welles meets, confronts, and eventually learns from a group of Martians about their plans to invade Earth.
Cover date: March 1968 / Written by: Arnold Drake / Illustrated by: Bob Oksner / Name of the story: Superman Meets Jerry!
Celebrity starring in the comic book: The American comedian, actor, and filmmaker, Jerry Lewis, who initially rose to fame in a double act with the crooner, Dean Martin, before eventually going solo and directing and starring in his own films, including 'The Bellboy' and 'The Nutty Professor' / Summary of the story: After being weakened by one of Lex Luthor's robots, Superman's alter ego, Clark Kent, is asked by Perry White to interview a preteen for the 'Daily Planet' newspaper. But unfortunately for him, the preteen in question is none other than Jerry Lewis's annoying nephew, Renfrew.
Cover date: September 1971 / Written by: Jack Kirby / Illustrated by: Jack Kirby / Name of the story: Will the Real Don Rickles Panic?
Celebrity starring in the comic book: The American stand-up comedian and actor, Don Rickles, who's best known for his unique brand of insult comedy as well as his associations with performers like Frank Sinatra and Bob Newhart / Summary of the story: One day, Don Rickles decides to meet the media mogul, Morgan Edge, and sadly gets intertwined in a strange scenario involving Jimmy Olsen, the Golden Guardian, Goody Rickels, Superman, and a deadly mineral originating from the planet Apokolips.
Cover date: April 1978 / Written by: Dennis O'Neil and Neal Adams / Illustrated by: Neal Adams / Name of the story: Superman vs. Muhammad Ali
Celebrity starring in the comic book: The American professional boxer and activist, Muhammad Ali, who's often regarded as the greatest heavyweight boxer of all time / Summary of the story: In order to prevent an alien invasion of Earth, a depowered Superman and a super-slick Muhammad Ali are both forced to compete against each other in a boxing match.
So, there you have it, folks, four comic books starring Superman and a well-known celebrity. Out of curiosity, have you read any of the comics listed? And if not, will you want to read one of them now? Either way, please feel free to leave your thoughts in the comment section below. Or if you prefer, let us know of other famous celebrities who've shared a story with a comic book character.
FOUR WELL-KNOWN CELEBRITIES WHO'VE APPEARED IN A COMIC BOOK WITH SUPERMAN (PART ONE)
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