Why Brandon Routh Hasn’t Congratulated New Superman David Corenswet
Brandon Routh has yet to publicly congratulate his successor David Corenswet on taking up the mantle of Superman, a surprising silence noted by the New York Post. Maya Rivers here, spinning stanzas around a story that might not deserve an epic poem – yet here we are. Ah, the irony of a hero’s hush in the age of instant acclaim.
Once upon a silver screen in 2006, Brandon Routh soared as Superman in Bryan Singer’s revival, his cape billowing through nostalgia’s corridors. Today, David Corenswet has been anointed the next Man of Steel under the DC Studios banner led by James Gunn and Peter Safran. Yet, while industry titans and co-stars flocked to social feeds with emojis and exclamation points, Routh’s timeline remains conspicuously quiet.
Sources tell us that the fan community on X (formerly Twitter) erupted hours after DC’s official announcement, showering Corenswet with praise and GIFs of supersonic flight. Entertainment Weekly even highlighted early reactions from castmates of the upcoming DC Universe saga. But through all the buzz and virtual confetti, Routh has neither posted an Instagram story nor reshared a thread. According to New York Post coverage of his digital presence, there are no likes, comments or follows to mark what some expected to be a collegial nod.
Is it a calculated move? A scheduling conflict? Or simply a preference for real-world congratulations over pixelated applause? In past months, Routh has shown up on late-night talk shows and conventions, discussing his legacy with warmth and humor. Yet the official superhero baton pass went by without a single tweet. A representative for Routh has not returned multiple requests for comment, leaving fans to fill the silence with speculation.
Meanwhile, Corenswet steps into the role with confidence. In recent interviews, he spoke of reverence for former Supermen, calling them “guardians of an enduring myth.” He credited Routh’s performance for inspiring his own audition. Yet, that public gratitude has not been mirrored by Routh in kind.
Onlookers and pundits—from comic book forums to Hollywood trade blogs—have pointed out that social media etiquette among actors can be as unpredictable as superhero origin stories. Some applaud Routh’s restraint, suggesting it underscores the respect he feels for the franchise’s future. Others lament the absence of a celebratory shout-out, viewing it as a missed opportunity for solidarity among legends.
Whether this silence signals anything deeper in the complex world of comic-book royalty or simply reflects divergent communication styles, one thing is certain: fans will be watching. Will Routh break his silence at the premiere? Will Corenswet address it in interviews? Only time will tell if this hush between heroes transforms into a chorus of support or echoes indefinitely.
And so, the spotlight shifts, yet the silence between heroes lingers.
Sources: Celebrity Storm and New York Post
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