Who Is James Gordon? Origin, Powers and Key Facts

James Gordon is a DC Comics comic book character, the alter ego of James Worthington Gordon, with over 5,692 comic issue appearances. James Gordon is one of Batman's first supporters, helping him fight against crime and corruption in Gotham City. He eventually rose to the rank of Commissioner in the Gotham City Police Department, and continues to be one of Batman's greatest allies.

Who is James Gordon?

Origin Husband of Barbara and father of James Jr. , James Gordon was a cop for many years in Chicago , where he eventually got himself into trouble taking down a couple of corrupt fellow officers. Due to the potential fallout, it was suggested strongly that he take a detective position in Gotham City . It did not take long after his arrival in Gotham City to realize that it was even more corrupt, and his seemingly only ally against the corruption was a suspicious new vigilante called Batman . Through his alliance with Batman, Gordon reduced Gotham City's corruption and eventually rose to the rank of police commissioner. Creation James Gordon, originally created as a police detective, was introduced by Bill Finger and Bob Kane . He was Batman's first supporting cast member. Character Evolution Golden Age Before Crisis on Infinite Earths , James Gordon was a police detective who at first, did not like Batman ’s attempt in vigilantism and became bitter and resentful of the caped crusader.

Key facts

James Gordon is of human origin. The character is published by DC Comics. With 5,692 recorded issue appearances, James Gordon ranks among the most featured characters in comics.