Shalla-Bal

Shalla-Bal
Publication information
PublisherMarvel Comics
First appearanceThe Silver Surfer #1 (August 1968)
Created by
In-story information
SpeciesZenn-Lavian
Notable aliasesHelena

Shalla-Bal is a fictional character appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics, the immortal Empress of Zenn-La and the lover of Norrin Radd, the Silver Surfer, who becomes the Herald of Galactus in exchange for his planet being spared, separating the lovers for eternity.

Shalla-Bal / Silver Surfer will make her live-action debut in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) film The Fantastic Four: First Steps (2025), played by Julia Garner.