The late artist received his star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
Today, the Batman creator finally was recognized posthumously with a star on the Walk of Fame.
Batman originally wore red tights
Superman was an immediate phenomenon when he hit stands in 1939.
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However, this early incarnation of Batman was slightly different than the hero we know today.
For one thing, he wore colorful red tights.
(Finger only recently has started receivingofficial recognitionfor his role in the creation of Batman.)
But Kanes vision for Batman was not as all-out gritty as, say, Christopher Nolans movie version.
Kane was fond of the campy version of Batman popularized by the Adam West TV show.
It was camp way ahead of its time.
How could you [take superheroes seriously]?
Catwoman is based on Kanes cousin
Much has been made of the inspiration for iconic Batman characters.
Catwoman, however, came from a little closer to home.
Kane based her initial design off his pretty cousinRuth Steel.
Lee reportedly regrets that Kane died before he could see the 2002Spider-Manblockbuster.
That one line, Batman created by Bob Kane, is a remarkable achievement in itself.
