American actor
Born: July 6, 1945
Burt Ward, born Bert John Gervis Jr. on July 6, 1945, in Los Angeles, California, is an American actor and activist best known for his role as Robin in the 1960s television series “Batman” alongside Adam West. Ward’s portrayal of the Boy Wonder became iconic, making him a household name during the show’s original run from 1966 to 1968 and in the subsequent feature film.
Before his acting career, Ward was a skilled athlete and held a black belt in Taekwondo. His martial arts skills were showcased in his dynamic performance as Robin, earning him a place in pop culture history. After “Batman” ended, Ward continued to appear in various television shows and movies, often reprising his role as Robin in animated series and specials.
Beyond acting, Ward is dedicated to animal welfare. Along with his wife, Tracy Posner, he founded Gentle Giants Rescue and Adoptions, a non-profit organization focused on rescuing and finding homes for giant breed dogs. Through this organization, Ward has saved thousands of dogs and is an advocate for proper pet nutrition and care.
Ward’s contributions to entertainment and his philanthropic efforts have solidified his legacy both on and off the screen, making him a beloved figure to fans and animal lovers alike.
Burt Ward’s 5 most popular quotes
- I have two children. I have a daughter 29, and a daughter four. They are 25 years apart, so you speak about generations and I must tell you, I have a philosophy and that is every 25 years I’m going to sire another child.
- My book is very wild. But you know during the period of BATMAN, that there were thousands of Batman and Robin costumes sold and these weren’t just for kids.
- On our show, I must tell you, it was… the 60s was a period of time when everything was free love. People made love to each other. It was a very open life, you know?
- I was studying acting, going to UCLA, selling real estate on the weekends.
- Now, we used to say we put on our tights to put on the world. So I don’t think it tarnishes the image at all.
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