Adam West. Actor: Batman. Adam West was born William West Anderson on September 19, 1928 in Walla Walla, Washington, to parents Otto West Anderson, a farmer, and his wife Audrey V. (Speer), an opera singer.

Learn about the life and career of Adam West, the actor who played Batman in the 1960s TV series and movie. Find out his birth name, height, family, awards, trivia and more.

American actor Adam West was best known for playing the crime-fighting superhero Batman in the popular 1960s television series.

The star of the 1960s "Batman" series and the voice of "Family Guy" mayor passed away in Los Angeles. He was remembered by fans and colleagues as a funny, cool and charismatic performer who made a positive impact on his fans' lives.

Learn about the life and career of Adam West, the actor who played Batman in the classic TV series and movie. He also appeared in many other films, shows, and animated roles, and wrote two books.

Adam West, who donned a cape, cowl and tights to become an overnight sensation in 1966 as the star of the campy “Batman” TV series, has died, according to a family statement. He was 88.

Adam West, the ardent actor who managed to keep his tongue in cheek while wearing the iconic cowl of the Caped Crusader on the classic 1960s series Batman, has died. He was 88.

It’s no wonder that when he finally got his next major role, at age 71, on the animated “Family Guy” series, he was a ludicrous, deranged but nevertheless lovable mayor named ... Adam West. Pow!

Adam West (September 19, 1928 - June 9, 2017) was an American actor best known for his lead role in the Batman (1966–68) TV series and the film of the same name.