Origin

- The Joker's origin is a mystery, with several conflicting accounts. One narrative involves a failed comedian turned criminal known as the Red Hood falling into a vat of chemical waste. This incident results in his disfigured appearance – green hair, white skin, and a permanent red grin – and descent into madness. Another version portrays him as a laboratory worker who becomes the Red Hood to steal money. During a heist, he falls into a vat of... Sign in / Sign up to learn more about The Joker

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