Born October 24th, 1915, Kane is widely known as the creator of Batman. Entering the comic world in 1936, Kane worked for Eisner & Iger, one of the first comic book packagers. Through his work with Eisner & Iger, Kane began producing for DC Comics. Following the success of Superman, The Batman was created.
Kane was quoted in saying that The Batman was influence by 3 things; Douglas Fairbank's portrayal of Zorro, de Vinci's Ornithopter, and the movie "The Bat Whispers".
Thanks to Bill Finger, we have the modern image of Batman who suggested that The Batman have a grey and black costume, a scalloped cape, gloves, and blank eyeholes in the mask. Finger also devised Batman's alias, Bruce Wayne.
Kane eventually retired from DC in 1966, and passed away from natural causes on November 3rd, 1998.
To locate Kane's gravesite, go to Forest Lawn Memorial Park-Hollywood Hills. Drive to the top of the hill where you see an old brick chapel. Behind the chapel is a large statue of George Washington (you can't miss it). Walk up the cement stairs into the gardens behind the statue, keeping your view to the right. Find the statue pictured above and you'll find Kane. His headstone has worn down so look closely at the stones. Happy hunting!
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