Original Superman Lois Lane Margot Kidder Dies Suicide After Mental Health Struggles

The new Superman film, directed by James Gunn and starring David Corenswet as Clark Kent and Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane, marks a fresh chapter in the DC Universe and is anticipated to be a major summer blockbuster. Brosnahan, acclaimed for her role in "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel," brings a strong and nuanced portrayal to Lois Lane, paralleling her acclaimed performance in the award-winning series. The legacy of Lois Lane is also shaped by Margot Kidder, who famously portrayed the character in the 1978 Superman film and its sequels, becoming an iconic figure alongside Christopher Reeve. Kidder's career was marked by significant personal struggles with mental health, including a bipolar disorder diagnosis, which led to public and private challenges later in life, including homelessness and psychiatric care. Despite her hardships, Kidder became a vocal advocate for mental health awareness until her death in 2018, ruled a suicide due to a drug and alcohol overdose. Her story highlights the complex relationship between fame and personal wellbeing, contrasting with the hopeful new portrayal of Lois Lane in the upcoming Superman film.