Superman is a superhero created by writer Jerry Siegel and artist Joe Shuster, first appearing in issue #1 of Action Comics, published in the United States on April 18, 1938. [1] .

Today is February 29, which makes it the day Superman’s birthday is recognized in popular culture. For years, both Superman’s age and birthdate have been variable in the comics, but …

Feb 29, 2024 · When DC celebrated Superman’s 50th anniversary in 1988, they reestablished Feb. 29 as the Man of Steel’s birth date. TIME Magazine’s cover-story from March 14, 1988 …

Jun 12, 2025 · It’s possible that Kal-El was born on February 29th, but Clark Kent celebrates his birthday on June 18th. In any case, these are the most common dates given for the birthday of …

Feb 29, 2024 · While Superman’s debut in Action Comics #1 actually hit newsstands on April 18, 1938, we celebrate Superman’s birthday on February 29. But why? The idea that Superman’s …

Jun 11, 2025 · Key comics, calendars, and TV shows have all set Superman’s birthday differently over the years. The June 18th date ties back to Superman’s origin, marking the day Kal-El …

Feb 28, 2024 · For those of you who don’t have a Kryptonian calendar handy, his birthday is February 29 — otherwise known as Leap Day! That means this year, Superman’s birthday …

Feb 29, 2024 · Superman's Birthday is on Leap Day, February 29th, and happens every 4 years. Perhaps that is why the fans also celebrate on April 18th, as Superman Comic Birthday, the …

Aug 17, 2023 · Superman’s Birthday Superman’s Birthday is February 29th, also known as Leap Year Day, as it was first mentioned to be on that day in the Superman comic book from 1940.

Jun 12, 2025 · This story confirms that Clark celebrates his birthday on the day his parents discovered the rocket that carried him to Earth. This date is said to be June 18th.