Jerry Siegel

Jerry Siegel was an American comic book writer best known as the co‑creator of Superman. Born in Cleveland, Siegel, alongside artist [gcd_link_creator](6804), conceived Superman in the 1930s, and after debuting in Action Comics #1 in 1938, the character became a cultural icon and is widely credited for popularizing the superhero genre. Siegel also co‑created characters including Doctor Occult, the Spectre and early Legion of Super‑Heroes members. Despite legal disputes over Superman’s rights, he later received official credit and financial restitution. His contributions were recognized with several honors including the Inkpot Award (1975), and he was inducted into the Eisner and Kirby halls of fame.