Showing posts with label Batman TV series. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Batman TV series. Show all posts
So long, Yvonne Craig
Yvonne Craig, who played Batgirl in the 1960s "Batman" TV series, and who also appeared on other cult TV shows such as "Star Trek" and "Man from U.N.C.L.E." has passed away at age 78, the Guardian reports.
Trained as a dancer, the Illinois-born Craig joined the Ballet Russe of Monte Carlo when she was 17, making her the youngest member of the troupe. She was said to have been discovered by actor John Ford’s son Patrick and she made her movie debut with the film The Young Land. She appeared opposite Elvis Presley in Kissin’ Cousins and It Happened at the World’s Fair, describing him as “a southern gentleman."UPDATE: Be sure to read comics historian Mark Evanier's touching, and hilarious, post about meeting Yvonne.
Pop focus: Here comes Batman 1966!
In anticipation, here's a selection of images and video celebrating the cult series, which is obviously one of my favorites. Check the archives here and The Bat Channel for loads more pictures from the show.
Pop Focus: Eartha Kitt as Catwoman
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