While Vicki was under the care of the Vales, they abused her constantly for seemingly no other reason outside of sadistic pleasure, which ranged … Julie Madison. Vicki being forced to dance the waltz with the Joker. Following is a list of those romantic partners that have been prominently portrayed in comics books and other media:Julie Madison - First appearance: Detective Comics #31The first woman ever to date Bruce Wayne, Julie debuted in the Golden Age. The Joker then took Vicki hostage and forced her at gunpoint to climb to the top of the cathedral, while he followed closely behind her. In the song, Aquaman is frustrated that Batman's fame makes him more popular, particularly with Vicki. After she felt her chest, Vicki realized that Batman had taken the film, to destroy the photo of him taken while unmasked. Portrayed by: Others Sean Young was originally cast as Vicki Vale. Batman Wiki is a FANDOM Comics Community. Early versions of Sam Hamm's scripts for Batman Returns included the return of both Vicki Vale, who was still dating Bruce, and Billy Dee Williams' Harvey Dent. Vicki Vale is a recurring love interest to both Bruce Wayne and his alter-ego Batman. One that endangers him and the three boys he recently took in. written by Bill Finger with art by Bob Kane and Lew Schwartz. https://loveinterest.fandom.com/wiki/Vicki_Vale?oldid=81824. He then corners her in an art museum, flirts with her in a bizarre fashion and tries to spray her with acid. In the music video, when Lex Luthor kidnaps both Vicki and Robin, Batman and Aquaman team up to save them. Real name: Joker tried to escape via his helicopter, but Batman wrapped his grapple around his ankle and connected it to a stone gargoyle. Vicki taking pictures during Gotham's 200th Anniversary Parade. (This ritual is referred to as "the blood wedding"). Lana Lang | Lois Lane | Lori Lemaris Unbeknownst to Vicki and Alexander, a bemused Bruce quietly followed them as they made several snide comments about his armory collection. It’s hard to argue that Talia al Ghul is one of Bruce’s top love interests given that they … Wonder Woman Vicki joined the Gotham Globe where she teamed up with reporter Alexander Knox to track down the mysterious Batman. In Batman Returns, Selina asked Bruce if he had a girlfriend. Vicki Vale is a photojournalist for the Gotham Gazette. Batman Vicki then admitted that she found it hard to associate Bruce with some of the objects that he possessed. During dinner at Wayne Manor, the two had trouble communicating as they each sat at the end of an incredibly long dining table. Her irregular relationship with Bruce leaves her unaware of his identity as Batman, although she has speculated that they are the same person. Her role in the story was very similar to that of Lois Lane: she reported on Batman's activities for a newspaper, she was romantically attracted to Batman (and sometimes Bruce Wayne as well), and she repeatedly suspected they were the same person.Often the plot of a story featuring Vicki Vale revolved around her suspicions regarding Batman's identity. Iris West | Linda Park | Patty Spivot | Tigress Cloud - Detective Comics #469 (1978) The 70s ended with the arrival of wealthy socialite … Batman and Vicki suddenly lost their grip on the ledge and started falling too, but Batman activated another grapple which held on to one of the cathedral stone pillars allowing them to stop in mid air. Bruce tries going steady with her but his inner demons soon destroy the relationship and she's not seen in the sequel. She Went Full Psycho Ex-Girlfriend For A While. Later, Bruce tried to reconcile with Vicki at her apartment, having decided to tell her the truth about his dual life; however, the Joker arrived and made the same remark of "Nice place you got here. Batman eventually distracts the goons, while Vicki finds a hiding place. According to, The controversial scene where Vicki is allowed to enter the Batcave originally took place in Bruce's study. Jinx|Raven|Terra|Wonder Girl Vicki Vale first appeared in Batman #49 (Oct. 1948) in a 12-page story entitled, "Scoop of the Century!" Vicki Vale is the leader of the Children of Arkham here, instead of the friendly reporter she is everywhere else. When they reached the top Vicki watched helplessly, as Joker used his Acid Flower to disconnect one of the cathedral's bells which then fell to the ground below and blocked the only entrance to the stairs so they wouldn't be followed, but Batman was already in hot pursuit. Victoria Vale (ヴィクトリア・ヴェール, Vikutoria Veru), or other people calls her Vicki Vale (ヴィッキー・ヴェール, Vicki Veru), is a reporter and journalist in Gotham City. As they barely hung on, the Joker insanely taunted them. However, in order to keep Vicki at a distance, Bruce lied and told her he was leaving town. In the tradition of Batman's love interests, Bruce has always kept her at arms' length. 1. Vicki receiving a visit from Bruce at her apartment. Despite initially 'falling in love' with her, Dracula hypnotizes Vicki and uses her soul in a sacrificial ritual to revive Carmilla, his long-dead bride, rather than make Vicki into his new bride. Vicki decided to follow him and her tailing lead up to an alley, where Bruce stopped and placed two roses in a precise point in the road. Talia al Ghul. Vicki witnessed Batman use the Batwing to safely take the balloons from the area and then a vengeful Joker shooting the Batwing down onto the steps of the old cathedral. However, as complicated as their relationship has been, the Bat and Cat always seem to gravitate towards each other. Vicki realized that Batman could have sent the information about Smylex to the press himself and suspected that there was something else that he wanted. They both admitted that they did love each other, before Bruce changed into the black armor, took off in the armored car once again, and destroyed the Joker's hideout: Axis Chemicals. Producer Chris Kenny felt the selection of Kim Basinger at the last minute was mostly due to availability on the 2005 DVD. Vicki convinced Alfred to let her see Bruce while working in the cave, with the hopes that she could convince Bruce that he didn't need to be Batman. Batman. During that time, the Joker began to attract Gotham's citizens to Gotham's 200th Anniversary Parade, with promises of millions of dollars in cash. He then reappears at her apartment and leaves her some dead flowers in a jack-in-the-box as a token of his affections. And when thugs knock out Batman—which happens way more than you'd think it would—Vicki uses her camera flash not to capture Batman's face on film, but to distract the thugs until Batman regains consciousness. Batman: Arkham City Armored Edition Mission Walkthrough Video in High Definition Game played on New Game Plus mode with most of the WayneTech upgrades. Green Lantern Vicki and Alexander arrived to investigate, she immediately began to document it with her camera. In the film, the Joker instantly becomes smitten with Vicki. She appeared in Tim Burton’s classic hit “Batman” as a photographer at Gotham Globe. When the real Bruce Wayne returns, she puts all the pices together and threatens to spill his secret, but after being attacked by the League of Assassins and rescued by Batman she agrees to keep her mouth shut as a way of thanks. Afterwards, Batman took her to his underground lair where he gave her information for the press about the Joker's Smylex, which were chemically altered cosmetic products that caused the consumers to laugh hysterically until death, where they were left with ghastly grins on their faces. Vicki Vale (253) Bruce Wayne (213) Dick Grayson (119) Alfred Pennyworth (99) Tim Drake (95) Jason Todd (91) Clark Kent (79) Selina Kyle (76) Damian Wayne (66) Barbara Gordon (64) Include Relationships Selina Kyle/Bruce Wayne (32) Clark Kent/Bruce Wayne (26) Vicki Vale/Bruce Wayne (24) Barbara Gordon/Dick Grayson (16) Tim Drake/Jason Todd (15) Despite Basinger's successful collaborative relationship with Burton, she didn't return for the next film. She is the love interest of billionaire playboy Bruce Wayne. (It’s implied in “Hush”—specifically Batman #611—that Bruce has a relationship with Lois at some point. A little tipsy himself, Bruce took off her other shoe and kissed her passionately. Young was present for four weeks of pre-production but broke her collarbone while rehearsing a equestrian scene at Wayne Manor. When she asked Batman about that, he admitted that she was right; however, there was something else that he wanted. After the Joker left Vicki discovered that Bruce had blocked the bullet by using a decorative silver tray. The weight of the gargoyle pulled the Joker down to the streets below, and killed him on impact. Vicki Vale, Julie Madison, Talia Al Ghul, Wonder Woman, the list goes on. Tim Burton suggested replacing Sean Young with Michelle Pfeiffer but Keaton, who had been in a relationship with Pfeiffer, believed that it would have been too awkward. Vicki Vale is a character from DC Comics who is probably best known as Batman's love interest in Tim Burton's 1989 film Batman, where she was … However, Joker used that opportunity to release Smylex, in his balloons, which would poison and kill everyone in near Gotham Square. Even the Joker can be blinded by a woman. Dana is kind, caring, loyal, brave and intelligent. while Aquaman rescues Vicki. Aquaman then thinks about how he could offer Vicki a night in Atlantis and how Batman is just some rich guy in tights who wouldn't treat her the way she should be treated. Bruce Wayne (Lover)Alexander Knox (Work Colleague/Friend)Alfred Pennyworth Vicki pretends to act attracted to him to distract him from Batman's sudden ambush. He then suggested that they have dinner somewhere else, which Vicki gladly accepted. After the Joker told Bruce "Never rub another man's rhubarb" and laughed, he then turned to Vicki and his smile turned to a frown before he told her to "chin up". Vicki then gave a sigh of relief and they both reached the ground safely. Alfred waited for Vicki, and told her that Master Bruce might be late, in which she replied: "I'm not a bit surprised". She goes to her adoptive parents home and brutally attacks her mother, lethally injecting her with a dose of her drug before stabbing out her eyes. In many ways she's the Batman equivalent of Lois Lane. He was the foster son of John and Patricia Vale, and brother of Vicki Vale. After she arrived, the Joker murdered all of the patrons except for Vicki, who was given a gas mask beforehand. Bruce spoke briefly of Vicki to Selina in Batman Returns and, presumably, the photojournalist left Gotham, although she knew Batman's secret identity. Her quest to uncover Batman’s identity led her to Bruce Wayne and also subjected her to the Joker’s obsession. 1 Plot 2 Cast 3 Gallery 4 Trivia As Gotham City approaches its bicentennial, Mayor Borg orders district attorney Harvey Dent and police commissioner James Gordon to make the city safer. The girls began to giggle, which initially pleased the photographer; but then, their giggles became laughter, and then uncontrollable helpless hysterics, which had the photographer going from mild annoyance to complete horror as the exhausted girls expired from forced hilarity, with the ghastly Joker-like grins that were frozen on their faces.