Eartha Kitt Made Catwoman Culturally Influential

Here’s how the actress’s portrayal of the iconic character created a legacy.

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Batman's character Catwoman, portrayed perfectly on television by the late, great Eartha Kitt, created multiple problems for vigilante superhero Batman.

1. She was a crafty supercriminal and incredibly difficult for even The Caped Crusader to catch.

Once a simple jewelry burglar, the slinky feline’s heists became more elaborate and dangerous as both her skill and time progressed. If cornered, she was more than capable of seductively talking or aggressively fighting her way out.

2. Catwoman knew Batman was attracted to her.

Fittingly, she exploited the gentlemen underneath The Dark Knight’s cowl. While attempting to pillage a secret treasure dubbed “golden fleece”, Catwoman hides in a women’s dressing room knowing Batman and his sidekick Robin, out of decency, won’t come in after her.

Catwoman also teamed with The Bat’s arch nemesis, Joker, in a plot to rid themselves of Batman, Robin, and their mysterious ally Batgirl once and for all.

Based on DC Comics’ iconic superhero, the 1966 television series Batman brought The Caped Crusader, The Boy Wonder, and their extensive gallery of…