DC Writer Confirms Absolute Wonder Woman’s Sexuality, To A Certain Degree

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The ‘Absolute Universe’ storyline has been shaking things up for the comic book company, significantly changing established characters. The writer of ‘Absolute Wonder Woman’ recently highlighted an important aspect of Diana Prince’s personality.

So, I was listening to Kelly Thompson talk on the Near Mint Condition YouTube channel, and she was explaining things about the Absolute Wonder Woman run. Basically, just because they’re hinting at Diana being queer doesn’t mean DC is fully on board with making it official in the comics themselves. She said they’re playing it by ear, and honestly, she seemed a little frustrated that DC is being cautious about showing sapphic relationships – you know, Diana with other women – in Absolute Wonder Woman and her overall story. It’s not a definite ‘yes’ to queer Diana just yet.

According to Thompson, it’s clear from the comics that Wonder Woman is attracted to women. When considering Diana’s views on sexuality, Thompson explained that Diana transcends traditional ideas about gender. Having been raised in Hell with demonic creatures, she doesn’t focus on someone’s anatomy when forming connections – she simply cares about the person themselves, not their gender.

Honestly, when I heard people trying to define Diana’s sexuality, it just didn’t sit right with me. Thompson put it perfectly – she’s such a unique character, almost otherworldly, that trying to box her in as ‘straight’ or ‘lesbian’ feels…silly. It’s like, that’s the opposite of who Diana is! She’s beyond those labels, and that’s what makes her so special.

Comic Book Publishers Need To Embrace LGBTQIA+ Storytelling

It’s vital that comics include LGBTQIA+ characters and stories. Simply including them isn’t enough; these stories need to be genuine and show why they matter. Seeing LGBTQIA+ people represented helps others understand their experiences. This is especially important for queer women, who often lack realistic and meaningful portrayals in fiction.

Comic books always mirror the world around them, and that includes representing all aspects of human experience, like the LGBTQIA+ community. Wonder Woman’s connection to this community isn’t new; writer Greg Rucka openly explored Diana’s sexuality in his Wonder Woman: Rebirth series. This courageous approach—introducing Diana’s bisexuality as part of DC Comics’ official storyline—has been carried forward by writer Thompson in Absolute Wonder Woman.

Wonder Woman’s queerness is rooted in the idea that Themyscira is a paradise where people should be able to find happiness, and that includes having loving, fulfilling relationships. As writer Greg Rucka pointed out, in that society, Amazons wouldn’t label attraction to other women as ‘gay’ – the concept simply wouldn’t exist. This natural acceptance is what makes Diana’s attraction to women feel so authentic to her character; it’s not a label, it just is.

Absolute Wonder Woman is available to read wherever DC Comics are sold.

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2026-04-10 15:06