DC Comics has canceled its newly launched Red Hood series following backlash over social media comments by its writer, Gretchen Felker-Martin. The first issue had just been released on September 10 when the publisher announced it would discontinue future installments.
The controversy began after posts from Felker-Martin’s Bluesky account surfaced in which she made offensive remarks about the fatal shooting of conservative commentator Charlie Kirk. Among the comments were messages that critics described as celebrating the incident. The account has since been suspended.
In response, DC Comics notified retailers that all upcoming issues, including #2 and #3, were canceled. The company also offered credit for copies of issue #1, even for those already sold, signaling a full withdrawal from the project.
In a statement, DC acknowledged that creators have the right to personal viewpoints but stressed that any comments endorsing hostility or violence are incompatible with its standards of conduct. The publisher said the decision was necessary to maintain its values and responsibility to readers.
The Red Hood series was intended for mature audiences and followed Jason Todd, the former Robin, as he ventured beyond Gotham to a city resembling New Orleans, teaming up with Huntress to solve a murder. The creative team included Felker-Martin as writer, Jeff Spokes on art, and Taurin Clarke as cover artist.
The cancellation highlights the growing impact of social media on entertainment careers and the fine line between creative expression and professional accountability. For fans, the abrupt end of Red Hood leaves another gap in DC’s lineup, while the controversy serves as a reminder of how quickly public perception can reshape a project’s future.