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The Joker’s journey began with the portrayal by Caesar Romero in the 1966 television series Batman. Romero embodied a playful and unpredictable character, complete with a refusal to shave his mustache, which ironically became a staple of his look. While his version of the Joker was whimsical and light-hearted, it laid the groundwork for the darker interpretations that followed. Romero's portrayal was more of a comedic rogue than a calculated adversary, but it successfully captured the chaotic essence of the character.