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Who Is Diane Meade? Origin, Powers and Key Facts

Diane Meade (DC Comics): Friend and colleague of John Jones, the Manhunter from Mars.

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Diane Meade is a DC Comics comic book character, with over 61 comic issue appearances. Friend and colleague of John Jones, the Manhunter from Mars.

Who is Diane Meade?

Origin Diane Meade is a Police officer and colleague of Detective John Jones, the Martian Manhunter . Creation Diane was created as a Lois Lane type figure for J'onn J'onzz in the Silver Age . She, along with the later addition of Zook , made up the major supporting cast for Martian Manhunter during the John Jones period. She disappeared from publishing for several decades after the John Jones persona was abandoned, and was updated in the Modern Age to have shared a similar history with J'onn as depicted in the original appearances, save for the time frame, since she appears to be in her mid thirties in her Modern Age appearances. During her appearances in Harley Quin, it is mentioned she has a son but it is never mentioned what has become of the child's father. Major Story Arcs Harley Quinn Diane and John have been business partners for some time, although it's unclear how long. Diane informs John that they need paying clients soon or they would have to close there detective agency. Right on cue a Skye Donner, comes into the office and hires Diane and John to spy on her boyfriend who she believes is being unfaithful with her.

Key facts

Diane Meade is of human origin and first appeared in "The Murder at Mystery Castle". The character is published by DC Comics. With 61 recorded issue appearances, Diane Meade ranks among the most featured characters in comics.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Diane Meade?

Friend and colleague of John Jones, the Manhunter from Mars.

When did Diane Meade first appear?

Diane Meade first appeared in "The Murder at Mystery Castle".

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