Jonathan Ross

The son of Pete Ross who shares the secret of Superman's secret identity with his father.

Superman first encounters Jon Ross when recruited by Pete to rescue his son from the planet Nyrvn (DCCP No. 13, Sep 1979: "To Live in Peace--Nevermore!"). When Superman is prevented from rescuing the boy, Pete Ross is driven temporarily insane. This situation is remedied when The Man of Steel ultimately reunites father and son (DCCP No. 25, Sep 1980: "Judgment Night").

After these events, Jon often visits Clark Kent in Metropolis, using his knowledge of Clark's alter ego to help Superman in his adventures.

In October 1976, Jon is temporarily given Superman's powers as a result of a plan by the Parasite (S No. 304: "The Parasite's Prism of Power!").

In September 1977, Jon helps Superman defeat the super-villain Blackrock (S No. 315: "Good Evening Superman --I'm Clark Kent ... and You're Not!").