TV’s Batgirl Yvonne Craig Dies at 78

Yvonne Craig

Television’s very first Batgirl, Yvonne Craig has died at the age of 78. Best known as Batgirl from the 1960’s version on the “Batman” TV series passed away this Monday in her home in Pacific Palisades.

Many may also remember the actress from her other iconic television role as Martha, the very green Orion Slave Girl that appeared on “Star Trek.”

She was surrounded by her family at the time of her passing, according to her spokesman. The actress had long been suffering from breast cancer that had metastasized to her liver.

Craig also played Martha, the green Orion Slave Girl who wanted to kill Captain Kirk, in the third season of “Star Trek.”

She is survived by her husband, Kenneth Aldrich, her sister Meridel Carson and nephews Christopher and Todd Carson.

Via: (Variety)

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