The CW show Batwoman has been looking for someone to take over the role after Ruby Rose left the series. The show has been renewed for a second season looking to return to The CW in January.
Javicia Leslie was chosen as the new Batwoman, she put out a statement saying,
I am extremely proud to be the first Black actress to play the iconic role of Batwoman on television, and as a bisexual woman, I am honored to join this groundbreaking show which has been such a trailblazer for the LGBTQ+ community.
Once the news broke out, Ruby Rose went to instagram to congratulate her saying,
OMG!! This is amazing!! I am so glad Batwoman will be played by an amazing Black woman. ❤️ I want to congratulate Javicia Leslie on taking over the bat cape. You are walking into an amazing cast and crew. I can’t wait to watch season 2 you are going to be amazing !! ❤️
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