Because the DC Universe was revamped after the events of Crisis on Infinite Earths, the previous continuity before that series (colloquially referred to as "pre-Crisis") was voided. Previously established characters were given the opportunity to be reintroduced in new ways. Reintroductions of classic villains were part of the new Superman series' first year, featuring the first post-Crisis appearances of characters such as Metallo[3] and Mister Mxyzptlk and the introduction of Supergirl.[5] The historic engagement of Lois Lane and Clark Kent[6][7] was one of the major events in the book's run. Writer/artist Dan Jurgens created a supporting hero named Agent Liberty[8] in issue #60 (Oct. 1991). The series participated in such crossover storylines as "Panic in the Sky".[9] The hallmark of the run was the storyline "The Death of Superman". The actual "death" story was published in this series' 75th issue, and would be a major media and pop culture event with the issue going on to sell over three million copies.
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