12 of the Whitest Superheroes in the Universe (Photos) Wrap Staff May 2, 2013 @ 5:05 AM Share on Social Media The Green Lantern is another superhero who has had the mantle worn by characters of different ethnicities. But when it came to the big budget extravaganza, the studio opted for Hal Jordan, and cast Ryan Reynolds. Read Next Christopher Nolan and Producing Partner and Wife Emma Thomas to Receive Knighthood and Damehood Comments