Burt Ward, “Robin” Holy Boy Wonder Batman Secrets! (Interview)

Burt Ward, Robin the Boy Wonder, from Batman the Original Series, has a great time talking with John Cato in this Behind the Scenes interview.
Burt talks about all the mishaps and dangerous stunts he was put through that almost killed him on the Batman set and his beyond belief initial audition for Batman and the fact that it was his first television audition ever! In addition, Burt talks about his dear friend, Adam West, their special bond, hysterical pranks on each other and Adam's suspicious death.Burt talks about the Joker, the Riddler and all the famous guest stars on the show. Burt also discusses his present passion for saving large dogs and his company, Gentle Giants. If your a Batman fan you will love this!!! If you are a dog lover you will also love the last portion of the interview where Burt shows his passion for big dogs as well!!

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00:00:00 Introduction
00:00:43 Burt talks about the insane stunts and injuries he sustained on Batman
00:18:17 Bruce discusses his acting break and the crazy first audition for Batman
00:25:29 How Burt found out he got the role of Robin
00:29:16 Burt's natural chemistry with Adam West
00:33:07 Burt's personal relationship with martial arts icon, Bruce Lee
00:39:38 Burt talks about all the amazing guest stars on Batman
00:46:59 Burts talks about the Robin catchphrases
00:49:50 Burt discusses the rock star crowds that showed up for personal appearances
00:55:13 Burt's tie in to pro wrestling
00:58:27 Burt has to turn down the lead in "The Graduate" and let it go to Dustin Hoffman
01:00:31 Burt's suspicions around Adam West's death
01:04:56 Burt and Adam's practical jokes and pranks on each other
01:07:34 Burt's life passion for big dogs and his company Gentle Giants