Superman's secret identity will soon be made public. 1 / 8
However, Brian Michael Bendis says this doesn't mean the end of Clark Kent. 2 / 8
"I get why people would immediately think … that Clark Kent just goes away." 3 / 8
"Clark Kent is a huge part of who [Superman] is." 4 / 8
"It’s who he grew up as. He’s not giving it up. He’s sharing it with people." 5 / 8
"He’s saying 'this is who I truthfully am." 6 / 8
"This is how I’m good at both jobs, and I want you to know that so we have a more honest relationship.'" 7 / 8
Superman #18, by Brian Michael Bendis, Ivan Reis and Joe Prado, goes on sale Dec. 11 from DC. 8 / 8