Superman is Jewish

 Jewish Telegraphic Agency

When David Corenswet was announced as the next DC Comics Superman last month, Jewish movie and comic fans rejoiced: He will be the first Jewish actor to portray the hero in a blockbuster.

But Jews in New Orleans have been particularly excited.

That's because Corenswet's family has deep roots in the city. His grandfather headed the committee that runs the NCAA's Sugar Bowl game for five decades. His uncle was a past president of Temple Sinai, Louisiana's oldest Reform congregation.

And when David got married earlier this year, he did so in New Orleans with the help of his family's former rabbi.

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