DC to Replace Kara Zor-El as Supergirl in Supergirl #19
Solicitation information for Supergirl #19 reveals Kara Zor-El is depowered by Gold Kryptonite, with three contenders teased for the Supergirl name.
DC has revealed in solicitation information for Supergirl #19 that Kara Zor-El will be replaced as Supergirl, according to Screen Rant. The issue, written and drawn by Sophie Campbell, is scheduled for release on November 11, 2026.
According to the solicitation details, Kara Zor-El is depowered by Gold Kryptonite, leading to her retirement as Supergirl. The story sets up a succession for the Supergirl name.
Sophie Campbell's art for the issue shows three contenders for the Supergirl title: Nightflame, Matrix, and Thundergirl.
Background
In May 2025, DC launched a new Supergirl comic series from Sophie Campbell. Matrix previously held the Supergirl title and famously dated Lex Luthor, later merging with Linda Danvers.
Quick answers
When does Supergirl #19 release?
Supergirl #19 is scheduled for release on November 11, 2026.
Who is replacing Kara Zor-El as Supergirl?
Three contenders are teased in Sophie Campbell's art: Nightflame, Matrix, and Thundergirl. DC has not announced which one will take the name.
Who is writing and drawing Supergirl #19?
Sophie Campbell is writing and drawing the issue.