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Adam West is finally awarded with a Hollywood Star

Admin — Thu, 05 Apr 2012 19:23:06 +0000

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Nearly 50 years after the television series, Adam West today (5th April 2012) finally gets his recognition for his unique and classic portrayal of Batman during the 1960′s, with a spot on the world renowed Hollywood “Walk of Fame”.

Adam who is now 83 was awarded with the 2,468th star, he was joined by Family Guy producer Seth McFarlane and radio DJ Ralph Garman. Unfortunately his on-screen sidekick Robin played by Burt Ward could not make the event.

Hollywood Chamber of Commerce President Leron Gubler said; “We are thrilled to honor Adam with this prestigious award. Fans have been waiting for this special day for many years. Adam West fired up the billion dollar Batman franchise: the golden years and the classic Batman, the Bright Knight. He deserves his place of honour on our famed Walk of Fame.”

All I have to say is a massive congratulations to Adam West for a well deserved honour for which I am surprised he has not been awarded with before. You are a true TV icon, a true TV legend!

Starring Adam West

Admin — Fri, 18 Mar 2011 20:00:32 +0000

“Starring Adam West” is a new documentary currently being produced and is all about the effort being made trying to get Adam West a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Last year his bid to secure a star failed, now a new fresh campaign has been launched for another bid. Recently Adam West was honoured with a star at Palm Springs however, we want Hollywood!

To back this project visit the following website: http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1425501330/starring-adam-west

Interview by Jean Boone with the 1966 Batman Movie cast (rare footage)

Admin — Fri, 02 Jul 2010 22:28:30 +0000

Here is a fantastic rare piece of footage filmed in 1966 prior to the release of the Batman Movie in the cinema. The Movie had its premeire in Austin, Texas.

This video features interviews with Lee Meriwether (Catwoman), Cesar Romero (Joker), Adam West (Batman) alongside William Dozier who of course was the producer and narrator.

This video will steam on an external website, click the link below to access this video:

http://www.texasarchive.org/library/index.php?title=Jean_Boone_-_Interview_with_Cast_of_Batman%2C_The_Movie_%281966%29&gsearch=batman

Adam West starring in new commercial

Admin — Sun, 28 Mar 2010 18:27:08 +0000

Adam West’s latest appearance will be in a new promo advertising “The Price is Right” game application (app) for the IPOD. It was released on 25/3/10. So I assume its already had a few runs on American TV, doubt it will hit the UK screens though!

Dallas Comic Convention

Admin — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 20:25:47 +0000

Adam West will now be attending the Dallas comic con which will take place on 30th-31st January 2010. Adam will attend on both its days which fall on a weekend.

For more information about this event and to book tickets please visit the official website below:

http://www.scifiexpo.com/DCC/dcc-guests.html

Received my signed Adam West & Burt Ward photo today!

Admin — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 18:20:18 +0000

Hello all!

Today I received this signed photo which I had ordered from Adam West’s website:

I placed the order on the 24th October, was sent on the 28th, and got to me today (10th November). So considering it was sent from the US to the UK the delivery was pretty quick! As soon as I noticed the “Idaho Ketchum” stamp on the packaging I had to get it open as fast as possible!

I would recommend everyone buying off of the Adam West Store (http://shop.adamwest.com) as they post your item ASAP, with cheap delivery cost (only $5). The photo itself cost $55 (USD) which came to about £35 (GBP) which I think is reasonable for such a quality item which is surely going up on my bedroom wall xD So basically im chuffed all round, so if you have any hesitations about ordering online from Adam’s website, I can assure you that the transaction is safe and a fantastic service is offered!

I am hoping to get Yvonne Craig’s autograph next to add to my collection, so will blog about her website service when I get to ordering it etc..

Thanks for visiting my website!!

Adam West’s Birthday

Admin — Sat, 19 Sep 2009 00:00:38 +0000

Heya!

Today (19th September), Adam West celebrates his 81st birthday. Bat-Mania UK wishes Adam a very happy birthday and hopes he has a great day!

Info below from my Batman webpage:

Adam was born in Wala Wala Washington in 1928. He was actually born as William West Anderson but changed his name to the more dynamic Adam West in 1957. Before Adam landed in Hollywood he was a disc jockey in Hawaii and a radio presenter for the programe “The Kini Popo Show”. When Adam landed in Hollywood in 1957 he enjoyed fame in the show “The Detectives” just before he played Batman.

When Adam was asked to consider the role as Batman he replied; “are you serious, I am trying to have a serious career”. Nethertheless, he auditioned for the show, was filmed in the screen test and chosen for the role as Batman, which later became his signature role.

For more information about Adam West or Batman click HERE!

Again, thanks for visiting!

“Adam West Naked” DVD

Admin — Sat, 01 Aug 2009 19:21:18 +0000

Just a quick post to let you all know that Adam West’s new DVD entitled “Adam West Naked” which was launced/presented to batfans during the recent San Diego convention is now avalible to purchase from Adam’s website. (Which I must mention also has recently been updated so if you havn’t already check it out!)

The DVD is basically a video journal made by Adam West where he shares all his memories from his Batman days, episode by episode.

This is the full description of the DVD from Adam’s website:

A brand new 2-Disc DVD produced by and starring Adam West. It contains over 3 hours of footage in which Adam goes episode by episode, recounting his personal memories and telling never-before-heard stories about his experience creating the iconic 1960’s Batman TV series. Amusing and intimate, this DVD immerses fans in the world of the classic Batman series in unparalleled depth. The classic Batman speaks alone to you, the viewer, in a variety of amusing settings, whispering in the attic, or astride an imaginary horse at his home.

- text & DVD pictures from AdamWest.Com

A preview of this DVD can be watched on the 1966 Batman Message board by clicking this link : http://www.66batman.com/cgi-bin/yabb2/YaBB.pl?num=1219639585

To purchase this DVD from the Adam West store click this link : http://shop.adamwest.com/collections/frontpage/products/adam-west-naked-dvd-signed

The Will Shriner 60s Batman Reunion Show

Admin — Sat, 27 Jun 2009 13:06:54 +0000

Here is a great Batman reunion from the 1980′s on the American chatshow “The Will Shriner Show”. The reunion includes interviews from; Adam West (Batman), Burt Ward (Robin), Yvonne Craig (Batgirl), Julie Newmar (Catwoman) and Stanley Ralph Ross (Script Writer).