Let me join Blog at Newsarama and The Superman Homepage as wishing Superman a happy birthday… sort of. From the Superman Homepage Article:
The idea that Superman’s birthday is February 29 initially began as a lark. DC editors explained tongue in cheek in comic book letter columns that Superman remained eternally youthful because he was born on Leap Day, February 29, which occurs only once every four years.
The in-story birthdate has jumped around, and has varied depending on if you’re talking about the date he was born on Krypton (which would have a whole different calendar, anyway) or the date he arrived on Earth.
– Matt Price
Cake and photo by Annette Price
February 29th, 2008 at 4:28 pm
Thanks for the plug on my article Matt
February 29th, 2008 at 4:37 pm
WOW! Awesome cake! Happy birthday, Supes!
February 29th, 2008 at 4:37 pm
Absolutely! Thanks for the interesting article! Also, Super-fans should check out the Superman Homepage for some great birthday wishes from the Man of Steel from many who have been involved with his adventures over the years.
- Matt