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2021 > January 27 > Batwoman’s Javicia Leslie: “The Suit Doesn’t Have a Race”
The CW has released the preview and official synopsis for next week’s episode of
NEW HERO, NEW SUIT – As Ryan Wilder (Javicia Leslie) continues to prove herself as Batwoman, she encounters the challenge of every superhero – living a double life. Mary (Nicole Kang) is still Team Ryan, while Luke (Camrus Johnson) continues to have reservations – especially when Ryan makes some alterations and unveils a new Batsuit! Meanwhile, Victor Szasz (guest star Alex Morf) is slashing his way through the city streets, and Commander Kane (Dougray Scott) has The Crows trying to stop the flow of Snakebite through Gotham. Safiyah (guest star Shivaani Ghai) takes notice of Alice’s (Rachel Skarsten) antics and Sophie (Meagan Tandy) finds herself in unexpected circumstances.
Holly Dale directed the episode written by Nancy Kiu (#203).
Original airdate 1/31/2021.
The Press Archive has been updated with an article from Sarah Bahr at the New York Times and an article by Max Geo at Xtra Magazine. Check them out below.
2020 > January 15 > Javicia Leslie is a New Batwoman for a New Era
2020 > January 15 > Javicia Leslie on Becoming TV’s First Black Batwoman
The CW has released the preview and official synopsis for next week’s episode of
PRIOR CRIMINAL HISTORY – After her quick spin in the Batgear, Ryan Wilder (Javicia Leslie) is back to facing the daily challenges of life as herself. Meanwhile, Alice (Rachel Skarsten) has a new, devious plan to get the attention of both Gotham and Safiyah (guest star Shivaani Ghai). With Kate still missing and the city in an uprising, Luke (Camrus Johnson) and Mary (Nicole Kang) are desperate to find a stand in. In a pinch, Ryan dons the suit again and comes face-to-face with Alice for the first time. Back at Crows Headquarters, Sophie and Commander Kane try to uncover who may have had a vendetta against Kate.
Carl Seaton directed the episode written by James Stoteraux and Chad Fiveash (#202).
Original airdate 1/24/2021.
Our Head of Talent, Anthony Ramos speaks with queer actress Javicia Leslie about becoming Batwoman in the second season of The CW series, returning January 17 at 8pm. In the upcoming season, Ryan Wilder is described as “a smart and sassy lesbian with a troubled past” who finds the Batwoman costume and then becomes the iconic Gotham crime fighter. Leslie talks about the tremendous honor it is to be the first woman of color to play the iconic comic book character, what it was like to wear the batsuit for the first time, and what fans can expect when it comes to Batwoman/Ryan’s romance on the series. Leslie also reveals what celebrity slid into her DMs after she landed the coveted role, and which two previous superheroes she had crushes on growing up. “Batwoman” airs Sunday at 8 on The CW.
Javicia was a guest on last night’s episode of Jimmy Kimmel Live, where she spoke about her role as Ryan Wilder / Batwoman. Check out the video below, or 459 captures from the interview in Javicia Photos.
Captures > 2021 > January 14 | Jimmy Kimmel Live!
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Fresh off the heels of an LA Times article, Attitude Magazine has released two new photos of Javicia and a portion of their article about her. The article, discussing LGBTQ representation on television and Sarah Paulson being Javicia’s role model, can be read here; you can browse the photos below.
Photos & Portraits > 2021 > 002 | Attitude Magazine
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Courtesy of Nerds and Beyond:
In just one week, Javicia Leslie will make her superhero debut on The CW’s Batwoman. Ahead of the season 2 premiere, Leslie will appear on Jimmy Kimmel Live! on January 14.
Leslie will step into the role of Ryan Wilder/Batwoman in season 2 of The CW series. Leslie takes the torch from Ruby Rose after her exit. Ryan Wilder will be a new and different character. She will also be an out lesbian.
Watch Javicia Leslie on Jimmy Kimmel Live! on January 14 at 11:35 p.m. ET on ABC. Don’t miss the season 2 premiere of Batwoman on January 17 on The CW.