R.I.P. Michael Gough 1917 - 2011 ( Alfred, Batman Movies )

I have some very sad news to share. The Actor Michael Gough has passed away at the age of 94. Of course as Batman Fans we all know & love him as Alfred Pennyworth, the Butler to both Bruce Wayne & Batman. He appeared in 4 Batman films: 1989 Batman, 1992 Batman Returns, 1995 Batman Forever, and 1997's Batman & Robin. He played the character with Michael Keaton, Val Kilmer and George Clooney. He is best known for this role but he also had a very long career, appearing in over 150 films. On a personal level, I have always had a lot of respect for this Actor. He played the "Alfred" role perfectly. He was very dignified, proper, and had a great sense of humor. I always enjoyed how he played the character in a "loving, caring" way.

As sort of a tribute to Michael Gough I have posted a few videos. One is a short documentary that covered his Alfred character in the "Batman Returns" movie. The 2nd clip is an appearance he made in one of his many Batman/OnStar TV Commercials. He was a great Actor & will be missed.

Heath Ledger Exhibition Planned in Perth, Australia

An exhibition about "The Life of Heath Ledger", with displays including the diary he kept while developing his character The Joker in the movie The Dark Knight, is being planned by the WA Museum. The Oscar he won after he died, The Joker's costume and a painting of Heath Ledger by Melbourne artist Vincent Fantauzzo ( shown above ) will feature in the exhibition. This is due to open in 2012. Please stay tuned to the Bat-Blog and as soon as we have more information we'll let you know.