In his secret identity, Batman is Bruce Wayne, a wealthy businessman who lives in Gotham City. To the world at large, Bruce Wayne is often seen as an irresponsible, superficial playboy who lives off his family's personal fortune (amassed when Bruce's family invested in Gotham real estate before the city was a bustling metropolis)[85] and the profits of Wayne Enterprises, a major private technology firm that he inherits. However, Wayne is also known for his contributions to charity, notably through his Wayne Foundation charity.[86] Bruce creates the playboy public persona to aid in throwing off suspicion of his secret identity, often acting dim-witted and self-absorbed to further the act
ABOUT ADAM WEST:
Finding the perfect Batman is no easy task. But Bill Dozier did it. When looking at possible Batman, Dozier at first wanted Ty Hardin for the role. But when he wasn't available, they went with Adam West. Dozier saw West in a Comic James Bond Commercial for Nestle's Quick. He was impressed so he called West in to read for the part. Dozier also called in Lyle Waggoner. Dozier said that you had to test more than one person or the networks don't think they are getting a fair shake. After the test, it was found that West was the Superior one for the part.
West said he fell in love with the script. "It was wonderfully fresh, innovative and funny. I fell down laughing eighteen times. I thought if we could marry this to a good production, it would be sensational."
Although the series had ended, West's Batman did not. He has made countless appearances at comic show conventions, and on T.V. specials.
West has not left the Batman Spotlight. Recently, he's been involved in a number of Batman shows. In Batman: The Animated Series, West voiced The Grey Ghost, who was an actor that fell in a slump after his show was canceled. He also is the voice of Mayor Grange in "The Batman" West also recently lent his voice as Batman in a student film.
Real Name: Bruce Wayne
Occupation: Billionare, Hero
Marital Status: Single
Base of Operations:Gotham (MIA)
Height: 6ft. 2in
Weight: 215 Lbs.
Eyes: Blue
Hair: Black
First Appearance: Hi Diddle Riddle
Portrayed By: Adam West
POWERS
None
ABILITIES
• Indomitable Will: He has no known superhuman powers, but he does have an extreme, almost superhuman "Force of Will".
• Intimidation: It is widely known that Batman has the ability to instill fear in others, even the people that know him best are intimidated by him. Even those who aren't afraid of the likes of Superman fear Batman.
• Master Acrobat: Proficient in gymnastics and acrobatics.
WEAPONS
• Batarang: The main weapon of choice
• The Utility Belt: Everything under the sun can be found in Batman's Utility Belt
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