Wildcat (DC Comics)

Wildcat is the codename of several superheroes published in American comic books by DC Comics. With the original debuting in Sensation Comics #1 (January, 1942) and created by Bill Finger and Irwin Hasen, the character is both a notable martial artist and a member of the Justice Society of America. Over time, like many other characters in the DC Universe, the codename is established as a legacy hero. The original and most well-known version is Theodore "Ted" Grant, world-class heavyweight boxer who became a crime-fighter after being framed for a murder and was particularly inspired by other costume fighters emerging in the early 20th century, such as the original Green Lantern. In contemporary times, he is a combative mentor and trainer to various heroes and often clashes with progressive heroes, being characterized as well-meaning but rowdy and gruff personality with a streak of male chauvinism. In 2025, the character is killed off by Lady Eve in a battle protecting Doctor Fate against a new incarnation of the Injustice Society. Other versions of the Wildcat character exist; the second and current successor is Yolanda Montez, a Mexican-American metahuman and god-daughter of Ted who uses the codename to honor him following his injuries in Crisis in Infinite Earths. Subjected to a comic book death, she is revived and later is his successor in the role following his death. Grant's son, Tom Bronson, once also shared the codename with his father before adopting the codename Tomcat. Ted Grant has made several appearances in DC media, such as the third season of Arrow, in which he was portrayed by J. R. Ramirez, and the DC Universe streaming service show Stargirl, portrayed by Brian Stapf. Additionally, Yolanda Montez also appears in Stargirl, portrayed by Yvette Monreal.