Aaron Pierre has bagged the role in DCU's Lanterns on HBO. The DC comic is finally being adapted into a live-action series, and John Stewart is one of the most beloved Lanterns and a crucial casting for the show. But, it looks like DCU finally got its Green Lantern in Aaron Pierre.
John Stewart is one of the many heroes who was an architect and later became a Green Lantern. He is a fan favourite for his leadership skills and immense power to overcome challenges. It is also worth noting that John Stewart was one of DC's first Black superheroes when the comics decided to expand in terms of diversity.
James Gunn's DCU is all set to revitalize the timeline as it introduces more character-driven storytelling. Green Lanterns' live adaptation is part of continuing that legacy. Gunn took to his Instagram to share the news of Pierre's casting as John Stewart.
Here is everything you need to know about the actor Aaron Pierre and what to expect from his character, John Stewart, in HBO's Lanterns.
Everything to know about Aaron Pierre- Lantern's John Stewart
Aaron Pierre, an English actor born on 7 June 1994, has had a positive career trajectory over the past few years. Coincidentally, his first significant role was in the DC Comics project, SyFy’s Krypton. Pierre played the role of Dev-Em, a character associated with Superman.
Aaron Pierre then made a notable appearance in M. Night Shyamalan’s Old, where he showcased his emotionally complex acting. His more notable appearances include Amazon Prime Video's miniseries The Underground Railways (2024).
In 2024, he starred in the crime thriller Rebel Bridge and voiced the character Mufassa in the Disney prequel Mufassa: The Lion King.
Bagging a role as significant as John Stewart is an achievement. The role will surely bring Aaron Pierre recognition and fame from the loyal fans of the Green Lantern comic.
What to expect from Aaron Pierre's John Stewart in Lanterns?
This is how Gunn announced Pierre's casting as John Stewart through his Instagram:
Introduced as the first African-American character, Stewart was created by writer Dennis O’Neil and artist Neal Adams. The Galaxy of the Universe chose John Stewart as a backup to Hal Jordan after Guy Gardner was injured.
Being a former architect and Marine, Stewart's solid military background proved his calibre as a Green Lantern. He is a man of strong discipline and knowledge, who uses his architectural skills to create intricate constructs.
We can also expect Aaron Pierre's John Stewart to head various Lantern projects where the character can showcase his leadership prowess.
While Stewart became the ultimate Green Lantern in the comics, his fate in the show has yet to be confirmed. But, a character of his calibre is sure to reach heights. Aaron Pierre indeed has a strong responsibility to fill in the shoes of a fan-favourite character.
The audience also appreciates Pierre's casting as the superhero. It would be interesting to see his character develop within the franchise.
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