Former "Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman" star Dean Cain recently made a series of striking revelations in a wide-ranging interview with Variety journalist Tatiana Siegel, conducted during a day spent together in Las Vegas. The comprehensive article, which Siegel teased on social media as containing a "shocking twist," delves deeply into Cain's extensive career, his prominent conservative political views, and previously undisclosed personal experiences within the entertainment industry.
Among the most significant disclosures, Cain, 58, revealed he was subjected to severe sexual harassment by a show business executive, an experience he described as "historic." He candidly indicated that had he chosen to pursue legal action at the time, it possessed the potential to become "the biggest sexual harassment lawsuit in Hollywood history." Despite the gravity and potential impact of the incident, Cain ultimately decided not to proceed with a lawsuit.
The actor, who holds the distinction of being the first and only Superman of color in live-action film and television, also directly addressed the ongoing cultural debate surrounding James Gunn's upcoming "Superman" film. Cain, a vocal conservative, has previously expressed public concerns about Hollywood's perceived tendency to make iconic characters "woke," particularly in relation to the new film's "pro-immigrant themes." However, in the Variety interview, he offered a more nuanced and personal perspective, admitting that seeing the character Krypto in the film's trailer unexpectedly gave him "goosebumps."
Cain further disclosed a painful past experience, recalling being subjected to a racist slur, "Sushi Man," by a fan in 1993 during the height of his "Lois & Clark" tenure. Despite being one of the highest-paid actors to portray Kal-El, with only Tom Welling boasting more screentime as Superman, Cain also spoke frankly about feeling financially exploited during his time on the popular superhero series. A staunch supporter of former President Donald Trump, Cain reiterated his long-standing friendship with Trump, describing him as "one of the most empathetic, wonderful, generous people you’ll ever meet."
Despite his well-known conservative leanings, Cain expressed a surprisingly progressive hope for the future portrayal of Superman, suggesting actor Michael B. Jordan as a potential successor to the iconic role. His candid interview with Variety sheds significant new light on the personal and professional challenges faced by the actor who brought the Man of Steel to life for a generation, ensuring his remarks continue to spark wide-ranging discussion within the entertainment industry and among the superhero fan base.