Batwoman was created by writer Edmond Hamilton and artist Bob Kane, debuting in Detective Comics #233.
Kathy Kane was introduced as the original Batwoman, designed as a love interest for Batman and to attract female readers.
The character Kathy Kane was removed from DC continuity during the Silver Age reboot to streamline Batman's supporting cast.
Writer Greg Rucka and artist J.H. Williams III reintroduced Batwoman as Kate Kane, a new character with a military background and openly lesbian identity.
Batwoman received her own ongoing comic series, allowing deeper exploration of her character and storylines.
The CW announced development of a Batwoman TV series, expanding the character's presence into live-action television.
The Batwoman television series premiered on The CW, starring Ruby Rose as Kate Kane.
Following the departure of Ruby Rose, Javicia Leslie was cast as Ryan Wilder, a new Batwoman character introduced in the TV series.
Batwoman became recognized as a prominent LGBTQ+ superhero in mainstream media, influencing representation in comics and television.
Kate Kane serves in the military, where she receives combat training and hones her skills that will later help her become Batwoman.
Kate learns that her cousin, Bruce Wayne, is the vigilante known as Batman, inspiring her to take up the mantle of a crimefighter herself.
Following Bruce Wayne's disappearance, Kate dons the Batwoman suit and begins her vigilantism in Gotham City, protecting it from crime.
Batwoman confronts and battles the cult-like Alice Gang, which deeply affects her due to personal connections within the group.
Batwoman starts working more closely with Gotham City's law enforcement and other vigilantes, gaining allies in her crusade against crime.
Kate Kane's identity as Batwoman is publicly revealed, increasing both the dangers to her personal life and her commitment to justice.
To protect her loved ones and gain strategic advantage, Kate fakes her death and later returns to Gotham to resume her role as Batwoman.
Batwoman faces off against the dangerous crime lord Black Mask in a fight that tests her skills and endurance.
Following a major city-wide crisis, Batwoman aids in restoring order and hope to Gotham, solidifying her role as a key protector.
