Date of Birth: May 16, 1937
Zodiac Sign: Taurus
Date of Death: August 17, 2015
Biography
Yvonne Joyce Craig was an American actress and ballet dancer best known for her role as Batgirl in the 1960s television series “Batman.” Born in Taylorville, Illinois, Craig began her career as a dancer, joining the Ballet Russe de Monte Carlo as its youngest member. Her entry into acting came about in the late 1950s, and she quickly transitioned into film and television. Craig starred in several movies, including “Gidget” (1959) and “Kissin’ Cousins” (1964) alongside Elvis Presley. However, it was her role as Barbara Gordon/Batgirl in the “Batman” series that catapulted her to fame. After her acting career, she became a successful real estate broker and philanthropist, advocating for causes such as workers’ rights and women’s health.
5 Interesting Facts about Yvonne Craig
1. Yvonne Craig was a trained ballet dancer and joined the Ballet Russe de Monte Carlo at the age of 17.
2. She played the green-skinned Orion slave girl Marta in the “Whom Gods Destroy” episode of “Star Trek: The Original Series.”
3. Craig was considered a pioneer in showcasing strong, independent female characters on television during the 1960s.
4. She was featured in two Elvis Presley films: “It Happened at the World’s Fair” (1963) and “Kissin’ Cousins” (1964).
5. After retiring from acting, she became a successful real estate broker and authored an autobiography titled “From Ballet to the Batcave and Beyond.”
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Yvonne Craig
1. “I meet people at conventions, and they tell me that they became police officers or crime investigators because of Batgirl.”
2. “Batgirl was an important role because it was a positive role model for young girls.”
3. “I’ve always tried to live my life in a way that I can look back and be happy about.”
4. “I think my training as a dancer kept me in good stead throughout my acting career.”
5. “I’ve been fortunate to have a diverse career, and each phase has been fulfilling in different ways.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
At the peak of her career, Yvonne Craig’s net worth was estimated to be around $5 million.
Children
Yvonne Craig did not have any children.
Relevant Links
1. [IMDb – Yvonne Craig](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0186057/
2. [Wikipedia – Yvonne Craig](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yvonne_Craig
3. [Official Yvonne Craig Website](http://www.yvonnecraig.com/
5. [Interview with Yvonne Craig](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5F1vxbv0pTg
