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CHARACTER: Is Nathan Bates Really J.L.I.'s Maxwell Lord?

I’m sure I’m completely wrong, but every time the character of ” Nathan Bates “ ( Played by Lane Smith ) comes on – screen I think this character must have been the visual basis for ” Maxwell Lord “ from the Justice League International comic.. The hair, the suits, the cigars, even the jaw line.. Nathan Bates first appeared in October 1984 and Maxwell Lord first appeared in May 1987.. You can compare them both here: