John Stewart (character)

John Stewart is a fictional superhero appearing in American comic books published by DC Comics. He was created by Dennis O'Neil and Neal Adams, first appearing in Green Lantern (Volume 2) #87 (1971).

Fictional character biography

The character is the fourth Green Lantern of Earth, formerly a sniper for the U.S. Marines and an architect. In some continuities, he's the brother of Lynn Stewart.

Powers and abilities

His power ring grants him the ability to make energy constructs guided by thought using his willpower. Originally given Green Lantern Corps membership after his predecessor Hal Jordan left the position, he has also shared the planet with his friends and fellow officers Guy Gardner and Kyle Rayner. Prior to her death at the hands of Star Sapphire, he was married to the alien Katma Tui. He has also been a member of the Justice League, the Darkstars and the Indigo Tribe.

In other media

In animation, the character has been voiced by Phil LaMarr in the DC Animated Universe (DCAU). Wayne T. Carr was cast as John Stewart in the DC Extended Universe (DCEU) director's cut Zack Snyder's Justice League (2021), although his scenes were cut from the initial release of the movie. John Stewart will appear in the upcoming series Lanterns.