Who Is Maggie Sawyer? Origin, Powers and Key Facts

Maggie Sawyer is a DC Comics comic book character, the alter ego of Margaret Sawyer, with over 548 comic issue appearances. Formerly the head of the Metropolis Special Crimes Unit, Maggie Sawyer is currently the newest Commissioner of the Gotham City Police Department and ex-fiancee of the current Batwoman.

Who is Maggie Sawyer?

Origin Maggie Sawyer is a police officer originally from Star City . She headed the Metropolis Special Crimes Unit and acted as one of Superman 's main police contacts before moving to Gotham City , where she now works as a GCPD commissioner. Creation Maggie Sawyer was created by John Byrne . Character Evolution Maggie Sawyer was introduced in 1987 as a supporting character for Superman . Rising through the ranks to become a captain in the Metropolis Special Crimes Unit , Maggie was eventually promoted to Inspector under Commissioner Dan Turpin following the death of Superman. Maggie is also notable for being one of the first openly gay characters in mainstream comics. During her time in Metropolis , Maggie began a long term relationship with Daily Star reporter Toby Raines . In 1995, Maggie starred in the 4-issue Metropolis SCU mini-series.

Key facts

Maggie Sawyer is of human origin and first appeared in "Bloodsport!". The character is published by DC Comics. With 548 recorded issue appearances, Maggie Sawyer ranks among the most featured characters in comics.