Superman isn't bringing in the big bucks, but finds steady work in Peru

Martin Mejia / AP

Martin Mejia / AP

Avelino Chavez wears his signature Superman costume as he walks to work in Lima, Peru, June 14. Chavez, 52, took on the Superman persona 15 years ago when he lost his job as a security guard and says he has had work ever since.

Chavez says he only earns about $160 dollars per month, but that he has the strength of a superhero. Chavez currently works to promote a travel agency.

Read more about his story from The Associated Press.

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Comment author avatarSandungo

A recently published photo of this fellow, sitting in a pew at a church in Lima, had the (translated) caption of "Now we're really screwed, if Superman is needing to pray in church..!"

    Reply#1 - Mon Jun 18, 2012 1:29 AM EDT
    Comment author avatarSam Sasvia Facebook

    he feel saad beacue his weangs dont working this day

      Reply#2 - Mon Jun 18, 2012 6:31 AM EDT
      Comment author avatarLalo Cafe

      Why does he have two different hair styles?

        Reply#3 - Mon Jun 18, 2012 11:56 AM EDT
        Comment author avatarSandungo

        mirror image..?

          #3.1 - Mon Jun 18, 2012 7:50 PM EDT
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