Leslie will be the first Black actor to portray the caped superhero Batwoman.

She replaces Ruby Rose, who portrayed Kate Kane as Batwoman in season 1 and quit the role in May.

“I am extremely proud to be the first Black actress to play the iconic role of Batwoman on television, and as a bisexual woman, I am honored to join this groundbreaking show which has been such a trailblazer for the LGBTQ+ community,” Leslie, 33, said

And just like last season, the new Batwoman is still an out lesbian, ensuring that the show will continue to showcase one of the most prominent LGBTQ storylines on television today