Who Is Bill Anderson? Origin, Powers and Key Facts

Bill Anderson (DC Comics): A one shot character from a Human Target story.

By the Pop Culture Files editorial team•Updated July 8, 2026•3 min read•✓ Fact-checked

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Bill Anderson is a DC Comics comic book character, the alter ego of William Anderson, with over 1 comic issue appearances. A one shot character from a Human Target story.

Who is Bill Anderson?

Co-star of the Courageous Man and Minute Lad television show. Bill was on the last year of his contract. He didn't want the show to go into syndication because it might typecast him and ruin his acting career. He and Christopher Chance were college acquaintances. Bill hired the Human Target to investigate why the show's props were close to killing him while filming.

Key facts

Bill Anderson is of human origin and first appeared in "Welcome to Hell; Lady Lost; The Pow! Zap! Wham! Contract; Justice For All; Tommy's Monster; Crack Up, Chapter 6: Unfriendly Takeover!". The character is published by DC Comics. With 1 recorded issue appearances, Bill Anderson ranks among the most featured characters in comics.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Bill Anderson?

A one shot character from a Human Target story.

What is Bill Anderson's real name?

Bill Anderson's real identity is William Anderson.

When did Bill Anderson first appear?

Bill Anderson first appeared in "Welcome to Hell; Lady Lost; The Pow! Zap! Wham! Contract; Justice For All; Tommy's Monster; Crack Up, Chapter 6: Unfriendly Takeover!".