Date of Birth: July 6, 1945
Zodiac Sign: Cancer
Biography
Burt Ward, born Bert John Gervis Jr., is an American actor and activist best known for his portrayal of Robin in the iconic 1960s television series “Batman.” Born on July 6, 1945, in Los Angeles, California, Ward was drawn to the entertainment industry from a young age. He made his acting debut in the 1966 “Batman” series, which became a cultural phenomenon and catapulted him to stardom. After the show ended in 1968, Ward continued to work in television, film, and voice acting. Beyond his acting career, Ward is a committed animal rights activist and co-founded Gentle Giants Rescue and Adoptions, a non-profit organization dedicated to the rescue and care of large breed dogs.
5 Interesting Facts about Burt Ward
1. Burt Ward was only 20 years old when he was cast as Robin in the “Batman” TV series.
2. He holds a black belt in Taekwondo.
3. Burt Ward has written an autobiography titled “Boy Wonder: My Life in Tights.”
4. He has made numerous guest appearances on TV shows, often reprising his role as Robin.
5. Burt Ward’s non-profit organization, Gentle Giants Rescue and Adoptions, has saved thousands of dogs over the years.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Burt Ward
1. “I was in the right place at the right time.”
2. “Holy smokes, Batman!”
3. “The Batman series taught me to never give up, to always be optimistic.”
4. “I believe in kindness and compassion, not just for humans but for all creatures.”
5. “Acting was my dream, but saving animals has become my mission.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
Burt Ward’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $20 million.
Children
Burt Ward has two daughters, Lisa Ann Ward and Melody Ann Ward, with his third wife, Tracy Posner.
Relevant Links
1. [Burt Ward IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0911511/
2. [Gentle Giants Rescue and Adoptions](https://www.gentlegiantsrescue.com/
3. [Burt Ward on Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Burt_Ward
4. [Burt Ward’s Autobiography](https://www.amazon.com/Boy-Wonder-Burt-Ward/dp/0942637577
