Ruby Rose, who played season one's Batwoman - Kate Kane.Rose exited the show in May, much to the surprise of fans, describing it as a "very difficult decision".On Instagram, she praised Leslie for taking over the role, saying she would be "amazing".Producers had originally planned to recast the role of Kane, but instead put a casting call out for an entirely new character in June.Leslie - who will be the first black person to play the superhero in a live-action TV show or film - said: "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 honoured to join this groundbreaking show, which has been such a trailblazer for the LGBTQ+ community." For all of the little.