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Batgirl is a DC Comics superhero identity used by several characters, including Barbara Gordon, a prominent version of the role. Gordon was created by Gardner Fox and Carmine Infantino and first appeared as Batgirl in Detective Comics #359, published with a 1967 cover date; she is the daughter of Gotham City police commissioner James Gordon and works alongside Batman. Other versions include Cassandra Cain and Stephanie Brown, making Batgirl a recurring part of the wider Batman family.
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Who is the most famous Batgirl?
Barbara Gordon is one of the most prominent characters to use the Batgirl identity. She was created by Gardner Fox and Carmine Infantino.
When did Barbara Gordon first appear as Batgirl?
Barbara Gordon first appeared as Batgirl in Detective Comics #359, published with a 1967 cover date. That issue established her as a major version of the DC hero.
Is Batgirl only one character?
No. Batgirl is a shared DC Comics superhero identity used by several characters, with Barbara Gordon being the best-known version.
What happened to Barbara Gordon before she became Oracle?
After a severe injury, Barbara Gordon later operated as Oracle, an information and communications expert. Her Batgirl identity remains an important part of her comic-book history.
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