 Jack is the son of Ted Knight, who, as Starman, was a Golden Age super-hero. Although Jack was fascinated by his father's heroic life as a child, he became more and more rebellious as he grew older. By the time he reached adulthood, Jack was disdainful of his father's past. Jack's older brother David was the one who took over his father's mantle, while Jack often regards the superhero role with open disdain. Jack's role in the family changed after David was murdered by the son of the Mist, one of his father's old arch-foes. Jack reluctantly made a deal to become Starman. His only 'superheroic' accessories are his cosmic staff and a pair of tank driver's anti-flare goggles to protect his eyes from the glare from his power rod.
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