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Adam West, Who Played Batman in 1960's TV Series, Dies at Age 88

by Reuters

   NEW YORK --

   Adam West, the actor who played the title role in the kitschy 1960's
   "Batman" television series, has died at age 88, Variety reported on
   Saturday, citing a family statement.

   West, who was so closely identified with his tongue-in-cheek portrayal
   of the cartoon superhero that he had trouble landing other roles when
   the show ended, died on Friday evening after a struggle with leukemia,
   his representative told Variety.

   His representatives did not immediately return calls or emails seeking
   comment.