Human Torch facts for kids

A cosplayer dressed up as the Human Torch.

Johnny Storm (also known as Human Torch) is a fictional character, a Marvel Comics superhero created by writer Stan Lee and artist/co-writer Jack Kirby. The character first appeared in Fantastic Four #1 in November 1961. Like the other founding members of the Fantastic Four, Johnny received his powers after being exposed to a cosmic storm. His primary power is to use fire and fly while on fire. He is also the Invisible Woman's brother. He has been adapted into motion pictures and is played by Chris Evans and Michael B. Jordan.

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  A panel from The Fantastic Four #1 (Nov. 1961) (left) shows the Human Torch as drawn in his first adventure. The depiction was altered when the story was reprinted in Fantastic Four Annual #1 (1963) (right), to conform to how the Human Torch was depicted from The Fantastic Four #3 onward. Original pencil art by Jack Kirby and unconfirmed inker. Alterations by Sol Brodsky.

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In Spanish: Antorcha Humana para niños