
FAQ About The Evolution of LGBTQ+ Representation in Comic Books

What are the earliest examples of LGBTQ+ representation in comic books?
One of the earliest examples of LGBTQ+ representation in comic books is the introduction of LGBTQ+ characters in the 1980s, with characters like Northstar from Marvel Comics, who is part of the superhero team Alpha Flight. Northstar was one of the first major openly gay characters in mainstream comics, publicly coming out in 1992.