Behind The Mask Of Adam West

His Relationship With Burt Ward Was Described As Problematic

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West said that Ward fell victim to making up stories to sell books. But in a way, it was flattering because Ward made his co-star sound like he was King Kong.

The pair became unhappy with each other to the point where producers had to rap on their doors simultaneously, leading them out shoulder to shoulder. After being considered a typecast actor, West found a resurgence in his career thanks to one Hollywood director.