Batman to be first inductee into Comic-Con Museum's Character Hall of Fame

Everyone's favourite superhero, Batman, who turned 80 years old on Saturday, got a birthday gift at WonderCon in Anaheim, with fictional character being anunced as first entrant to Comic-Con Museum's Character Hall of Fame later this year.

hour was anunced during "Happy Birthday, Batman!" panel at WonderCon on Saturday, alongside David Mazouz ('Gotham'), Kevin Conroy ('Batman: Animated Series', 'Justice League Unlimited'), Lee Meriwer (' 1966 Batman television series'), Roger Craig Smith ('Batman: Arkham Origins'), and Grace Randolph ('Beyond Trailer'), reported  Hollywood Reporter.

RE: IN PICTURES | 'LOVE': This Actress Is Smitten By Anushka Sharma's Drop-de Gorgeous Looks

DC publisher and chief creative officer, Jim Lee broke news that fictional superhero would be inducted into Hall of Fame in a special ceremony at this year's San Diego Comic-Con.

ceremony will take place at  Federal Building in San Diego's Balboa Park, future site of Comic-Con Museum, on July 17, opening night of 2019's Comic-Con.

WATCH | 'Don't Kw If I'm Excited Or Scared To Watch This': Netizens Are Going Into A Frenzy As Spooky Trailer Of 'Annabelle Comes Home' Unveils

event will be accompanied by an exhibit of Batman-med memorabilia and props. It will also feature appearances by several celebrities and creators whose careers have interacted with Dark Knight across years.

tickets for event will be available from June 3.

Batman first appeared in 'Detective Comics . 27' published on March 30, 1939, created by Bob Kane and Bill Finger. In celebration of character's birthday, panellists enjoyed a special Batman-med cake.