The first gay superhero leading a television series.

It’s a breakthrough in the making starring a DC Comics hero with a classic code-name.

At the Television Critics Association’s Summer Press Tour, The CW made big news at a #DCTV panel. The network announced their second DC animated series for their digital channel, CW Seed.

Freedom Fighters: The Ray is inspired by Grant Morrison’s update of the iconic character in THE MULTIVERSITY epic and will star the first gay super hero to headline a show.

Freedom Fighters: The Ray will reveal the story of Raymond “Ray” Terrill, a reporter who gains light-based powers after he exposes a plot by government scientists to turn light into a weapon of mass destruction. No longer just reporting injustice, Ray’s new abilities inspire him to take action as a costumed hero. Continue reading THE RAY Is First Gay Hero To Lead A Show