Just before Man of Steel opened in 2013, DC Entertainment declared June 12th as Man of Steel Day. But even though Superman may be the most popular superhero of all time, playing the character has become something of a curse.
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The irony is that taking on the role of the man of steel – the man who can’t be defeated – has seemed to ruin people’s lives. The “Superman curse” has haunted anyone involved with the superhero, whether it’s the TV series or the movies, and including both actors and crew members. With this long list of bad luck, disaster, and even death, it’s a wonder people still sign up for the role.