Adam West Known As Batman Die In Short Battle With Leukemia

American Actor Adam West, best known for playing Batman has died at the age of 88 in Los Angeles on Friday night following a short battle with leukemia. He died peacefully, and surrounded by family who paid tribute to him in a statement, saying: ‘Our dad always saw himself as The Bright Knight, and aspired to make a positive impact on his fans’ lives. “He was and always will be our hero.” Adam West (1928-2017) Adam found fame when he started as Batman in the CBS show which ran from 1966-1968, winning the role after the series producer saw him playing a James Bond-esque character, Captain Quik, in a Nesquik commercial.