The Death of Superman
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Published in 1992-1993, 'The Death of Superman' was a major crossover event in DC Comics, written by a team of writers including Dan Jurgens, Roger Stern, Louise Simonson, and Jerry Ordway, with art by Dan Jurgens, Jon Bogdanove, Tom Grummett, and others. The storyline spanned multiple series, including 'Superman', 'Action Comics', 'The Adventures of Superman', and 'Superman: The Man of Steel'. The arc is most famous for the climactic battle between Superman and the monstrous creature Doomsday, which resulted in Superman's death. Key characters involved included Superman, Lois Lane, the Justice League, and Doomsday. The event had a significant impact on the DC Universe, leading to subsequent storylines such as 'Funeral for a Friend' and 'Reign of the Supermen'. It was critically acclaimed for its bold storytelling and had a lasting cultural impact, being one of the most famous comic book events of the 1990s. The storyline was collected in several volumes and has been adapted into various media, including animated films.