A Reddit user revealed that the inspiration for DC Comics' Starfire was Puerto Rican superstar Iris Chacón.
Even die-hard superfans of DC Comics’ Starfire may not know the fascinating fact about who served as the visual inspiration for the Teen Titans heroine. But once they discover the truth, they’ll be kicking themselves—because it’s undeniable that this Puerto Rican legend, renowned for her dazzling talent, bold fashion, and stunning beauty, served as the muse for Starfire’s creators, George Pérez and Marv Wolfman. ...
Chacón is seen wearing a dark purple, tassel-embellished stage costume that could very well have served as the inspiration for the Titan’s own iconic purple outfit... Reddit user Modusros has sent shockwaves through the Starfire fandom by revealing a fascinating factoid that has taken the Teen Titans community by storm—Starfire was inspired by none other than superstar Iris Chacón. For those unfamiliar with Chacón, she was famously known as 'La Bomba de Puerto Rico' and 'La Vedette de América,' a celebrated Puerto Rican dancer, singer, actress, and entertainer. Rising to prominence in the 1970s and early 1980s, Chacón became a cultural icon, mesmerizing audiences across Latin America, the United States, Europe, and Japan with her dynamic performances, magnetic stage presence, and stunning beauty. Related Starfire's Sister Debuts Her Greatest Costume to Date, Setting Up a Titans Comeback Blackfire's blink-and-you-miss-it return in the Titans series is more than welcome—especially since she’s sporting one of her best costumes to date. Posts 2 Puerto Rican Superstar, Iris Chacón, Inspired DC Comics Starfire Main Cover by Eduardo Barreto & Romeo Tanghal for THE NEW TEEN TITANS Vol. 10 TP (Collecting NEW TEEN TITANS #10-15 and ANNUAL #1) It’s easy to see what about Chacón inspired Starfire, as comparing photos of the Puerto Rican icon to early depictions of the Tamaranean princess answers the question almost immediately. Just looking at Chacón, it’s clear she served as a visual reference for Starfir
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