batman

Watch the Bat-Signal Light Up Los Angeles in Tribute to Adam West
Watch the Bat-Signal Light Up Los Angeles in Tribute to Adam West
Watch the Bat-Signal Light Up Los Angeles in Tribute to Adam West
In the most fitting tribute imaginable, the Bat-Signal lit up the skies of Los Angeles last night, in honor of the late Adam West, the first Batman of television, and one of the most beloved versions of the iconic Dark Knight (or the “Bright Knight,” as West liked to describe his more upbeat version of the character). West died of leukemia late last week; he was 88 years old.
Bat-Signal to Shine for Adam West Over Los Angeles Tonight
Bat-Signal to Shine for Adam West Over Los Angeles Tonight
Bat-Signal to Shine for Adam West Over Los Angeles Tonight
Here’s how thoroughly Batman’s influence has permeated the mainstream: he’s claimed tacit ownership of the very notion of shining a light into the sky. The Bat-Signal, introduced in the comics as Gotham City’s method of summoning the Dark Knight, has been endlessly parodied in the annals of pop-culture — just earlier this month, the poster for Captain Underpants paid homage to the iconic (a word I mean here literally, and not in the ‘a photo of the Kardashians’ sense) design of the skyward spotlight. And all too appropriately, the Bat-Signal will now be used to give one former Batman, the dearly departed Adam West, a proper send-off.
Adam West Dead at 88
Adam West Dead at 88
Adam West Dead at 88
We’ve lost one of comic and TV culture’s most enduring favorites, as original Batman star Adam West has passed away. The smooth-voiced star became iconic for his portrayal of the ‘60s Caped Crusader, earning a place in the pop culture pantheon over the decades.
‘Gotham’ Finale Skips Harley Quinn, But Adds Surprise Season 4 Villain
‘Gotham’ Finale Skips Harley Quinn, But Adds Surprise Season 4 Villain
‘Gotham’ Finale Skips Harley Quinn, But Adds Surprise Season 4 Villain
We’re not sure what’s in the Gotham water; that stars alluded to a Season 3 Harley Quinn cameo that never came to pass, but water is the least of Bruce Wayne’s troubles in Season 4. Instead, Monday’s two-part season finale revealed that a major DC baddie has been right under our noses all along, and will undoubtedly return next year.

Load More Articles