Tyler Hoechlin flies into the CW Sky: Supergirl’s superman revealed

Oh, how the mighty soar! As we whisk ourselves back to a fateful day in 2016, the universe (or at least CW's part of it) shook when it was announced that Tyler Hoechlin, our beloved Teen Wolf, would be taking to the skies as the iconic Superman. As reported by The Hollywood Reporter, this casting choice had fans and comic enthusiasts both jittery with excitement and curiosity.

A Teen Wolf Takes Flight

First, he prowled the shadows of Beacon Hills on Teen Wolf and now, he's ready to rule the skies of National City. Hoechlin's addition to the Supergirl family wasn't just another casting – it was a statement. “Greg [Berlanti] and I have wanted to work with Tyler for ages, so this worked out perfectly because Tyler is Superman,” quipped executive producer Andrew Kreisberg. Quite the endorsement, wouldn't you say?

A Super Résumé for a Super Role

There's no doubting Hoechlin's talents. From his magnetic performance on MTV's Teen Wolf to making waves in Richard Linklater’s "Everybody Wants Some!", Hoechlin’s career trajectory has been nothing short of spectacular. Throw in "Fifty Shades of Grey", "7th Heaven", and "Road to Perdition" – and you've got a résumé most actors would give their right cape for.

Flying in the Footsteps of Tom Welling

This wasn't The CW's first rodeo with the Man of Steel. Fans of a certain age will recall Tom Welling's captivating run as a young Clark Kent in "Smallville". The series, which spanned a whopping 10 seasons across The WB and The CW, saw Clark's transition from teen to superhero. Now, with Hoechlin stepping in, the legacy continued in a newer, more modern era.

Fast forward to today, and Tyler Hoechlin's Superman remains etched in the hearts of fans. His first appearance alongside cousin Kara (Melissa Benoist) in "Supergirl" marked the beginning of an epic chapter in The CW's superhero chronicles. A chapter we're only too thrilled to revisit!

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