Marvel Comics to Introduce First LGBTQ-Identifying Captain America During Pride Month

Andrea Morris
03-22-2021

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Marvel Comics will introduce its first gay Captain America during the LBGTQ Pride Month this June.

The new character, Aaron Fischer, represents the first LGBTQ character to hold the Captain's shield in the comic's 80-year history, according to Hollywood Reporter.

The United States of Captain America is the latest attempt by the entertainment industry to normalize and glorify gay characters in comic books and cartoons. 

Fischer is also described as "the Captain America of the Railways - a fearless teen who stepped up to protect fellow runaways and the homeless. Marvel Comics is proud to honor Pride Month with the rise of this new LGBTQ+ hero."

Joshua Trujillo, who wrote the debut issue, says the new Captain America was inspired by the brave efforts of regular people who are just trying to improve their lives.

"Aaron is inspired by heroes of the queer community: activists, leaders, and everyday folks pushing for a better life," said Trujillo. "He stands for the oppressed, and the forgotten. I hope his debut story resonates with readers and helps inspire the next generation of heroes."

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But this is not the first time Marvel Comics has introduced a gay character.

CBN News previously reported that the company launched a drag queen superhero named Shade, as a part of its Iceman comic book series.

Shade possessed "teleportation powers," and could "create and enter a pocket dimension inside her handheld folding fan."

The Hollywood Reporter said that additional Captains will be introduced at a later date by the comic book company. 

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Andrea Morris
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Andrea Morris is a Features Producer for The 700 Club. She came to CBN in 2019 where she worked as a web producer in the news department for three years. Her passion was always to tell human interest stories that would touch the hearts of readers while connecting them with God. She transitioned into her new role with The 700 Club in August 2022.
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