Alfred Pennyworth

High Quality Content by WIKIPEDIA articles! Alfred Thaddeus Crane Pennyworth is a fictional character that appears in comic books published by DC Comics The character first appears in Batman #16 (April-May 1943), and was created by writer Bob Kane and artist Jerry Robinson. Alfred serves as Batman's (and Bruce Wayne's) tireless butler, assistant, confidante, and surrogate father figure, in modern interpretations this has gone to the point where Alfred was Bruce's legal guardian following the death of his parents. He has sometimes been called "Batman's batman." Alfred also provides comic relief, as his sometimes sarcastic and cynical attitude often adds humor to dialogue occurring between himself and the obsessed Batman. Alfred is a vital part of the Batman mythos, and appears in most other media adaptations of the character. The character of Alfred has been consistently popular over the years, having received a nomination for the R.A.C. "Squiddy" Award for Favorite Supporting Character in 1994 and for Best Character in 2001. Michael Gough portrayed him in the Tim Burton/Joel Schumacher film series, while Michael Caine portrayed him in the Christopher Nolan films.