The YouTube algorithm is working overtime now. Another gem I've not seen before.
"The Caped Crusaders are talking about a movie and TV comeback!" In 1988. Meanwhile, across the pond, preparations were well underway for the making of the Tim Burton "Batman".
I have no idea why they were visiting the Georgia Legislature. Surely this wasn't a paid appearance for the Dynamic Duo. "Holy Taxation!"
We get a good look at the Gila-cowl, what looks to be a hand-drawn chest emblem, and the back of Robin's elf-boots.
Love how the local news reporters goes all-out to welcome them with music from a hand-held boom box with low batteries.
Adam & Burt visit Atlanta in costume (1988)
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Re: Adam & Burt visit Atlanta in costume (1988)
This would be one of Adam's last appearances in the costume-- WB would kibosh any further costume appearances out of conflict with the new film. I don't know if Burt got the same orders or if he just stopped because Robin without Batman is just sad, but historically this has to be one of the last times they suited up.
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Re: Adam & Burt visit Atlanta in costume (1988)
I remember when they did the same thing (prohibited him from appearing in costume) to Clayton Moore, who played the Lone Ranger.
Re: Adam & Burt visit Atlanta in costume (1988)
I gotta say, these two guys really stayed in great shape for a long time. The only other guy who was comparable was Clayton Moore as the Lone Ranger: he looked great into his seventies.
Re: Adam & Burt visit Atlanta in costume (1988)
Roy Rogers, as well, although he didn’t technically appear in costume as an alter ego. I saw Roy and wife, Dale Evans, at a Roy Rogers restaurant across from the Tri-County Mall back in the 1980s in his home city of Cincinnati. He looked fit and very recognizable, wearing spangled, fringed cowboy gear.
Re: Adam & Burt visit Atlanta in costume (1988)
yep, Roy always stayed slim and trim