Is Jerome Gotham the Joker?

Gotham star Cameron Monaghan and the show's producer John Stephens have confirmed that the character Jerome is not the Joker and also that the show will never be allowed to use a proper version of the iconic Clown Prince of Crime.
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Does Jerome from Gotham become the Joker?

For a long time, fans of Gotham thought the deranged, criminally insane psychopath Jerome Valeska (Cameron Monaghan) would become The Joker. He had all of the trademarks of becoming the Clown Prince of Crime. But then Gotham gave them an insane curveball by killing off Jerome.
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Who is the Joker in Gotham?

Gotham's Jeremiah Becomes the One, True Joker (Finally!) In Gotham's finale, Jeremiah Valeska finally fully embraces the identity of the Clown Prince of Crime to become Batman's legendary foe.
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Is Jerome or Jeremiah the Joker?

Jeremiah Valeska is a major antagonist in the television series, Gotham. He is the twin brother of the terrorist cult leader, Jerome Valeska, as well as being the arch-nemesis of Bruce Wayne. Jeremiah is the show's equivalent to The Joker, taking over from Jerome, although both of them never took on the Joker alias.
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Is Valeska the Joker?

This time, the headache is caused by learning that the recently introduced Jeremiah Valeska isn't actually the Joker. That's right, the producers went through all the trouble to create a twin for Jerome who has been driven insane, wears a purple suit, and has chalk-white skin – but he's not Batman's greatest nemesis.
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Who is Harley Quinn in Gotham?

Ecco was specifically created to serve as the Gotham version of Harley Quinn. The two, aside from physical traits, share a number of similarities, including their devotion to their bosses (Jeremiah and the Joker) and usage of terms like "Puddin'".
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Why didn't Gotham use the Joker?

Monaghan tweeted a few cool make-up test shots, and revealed the reasoning behind it: Pure green was off-limits to us (as well as the name "Joker"), a decision from high-up as they wanted to reserve these for films. A decision which ultimately I respect. They did not want to dilute the very lucrative brand.
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Why don't they call Jerome The Joker?

Executive producer Bryan Wynbrandt added that "Joker's so iconic that it feels like we don't want to get to [him] ever", and because Monaghan personified Jerome in a certain way, "what makes him so exciting is that he's not the Joker.
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What's The Joker's true name?

The Joker, suddenly medicated and sane, was able to convince the GCPD that he was wrongfully imprisoned as he was beaten by a vigilante. He also revealed his real name: Jack Napier.
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What villain is Jeremiah in Gotham?

Jeremiah Valeska, also known as Xander Wilde and "The Joker" in some promotional media, is the final antagonist of the TV series Gotham.
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Why did Gotham have 2 jokers?

10 CHANGED: GOTHAM'S 'JOKER' IS TWO PEOPLE

He's two people: the Valeska twins, Jerome and Jeremiah! The producers were prohibited from using Joker in the show, as the higher-ups at Warner Brothers wanted the Clown Prince Of Crime to be solely reserved for film appearances.
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Is Jerome and Jeremiah the same person?

Jeremiah Valeska later known as Xander Wilde for a time, is one of the largest threats to face Gotham City. He is also the more obsessive and narcissistic identical twin brother of the nihilistic cult leader, Jerome Valeska.
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Who is Joker in The Batman 2022?

(CNN) Spoiler warning: At the end of "The Batman," director Matt Reeves has a scene where Paul Dano's The Riddler is at Arkham Asylum, sharing a cell with an "Unseen Arkham Prisoner" with a distinct laugh. Reeves has since revealed that the character, played by actor Barry Keoghan, is The Joker.
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Is Barbara Kean Harley Quinn?

Barbara Kean was portrayed by Erin Richards. During the run of the show, the showrunners considered turning Barbara Kean into the iconic Batman villain Harley Quinn, the sidekick and girlfriend of the Joker.
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Is Ecco Harley Quinn?

Even though Ecco isn't Harley Quinn, she still has some things in common with her, such as being a henchwoman to the show's version of the Joker as well as being in love with him, and donning a jester costume with a red and black diamond design, as well as later painting her face like a clown and dressing in fashions ...
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What is Joker's fear?

In 2009's Superman/Batman #65, the Joker's greatest fear is losing control of the joke—being perceived by his audience not as the master, but as its subject. The Joker claims it's all in fun, but being laughed at is the worst fate he can imagine.
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Is Joe Chill the Joker?

This version of the character is exclusive to the continuity of the film Joker and is an adaptation of Joe Chill. The original character was created by Bill Finger and Bob Kane and first appeared in Detective Comics #33.
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Is Joker's name Arthur or Jack?

Though it's not frequently referenced, the Joker has had an official name for decades — and that name is Jack Napier. Joker's real name hasn't been noted in the DC comics very often or for very long.
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Are Batman and Joker brothers?

If there is a Joker sequel, then Batman and the Joker's possible brotherhood might be further explored. However, in the wider DC Universe, the Batman and Joker are not brothers and never were. (Image: Warner Bros.)
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Why did Gotham stop airing?

Even though the Gotham TV show fans had hugely demanded for a season 6 renewal, but the show didn't receive a decent rating while the show's season 4 was being aired. Right then, in May 2018, FOX had already announced that Gotham show would get its finale in the fifth season itself to wrap up the Batman prequel series.
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Is Jerome the Joker in Gotham Season 4?

Gotham season 4 episode 11 "Queen Takes Knight" proved to be an important turning point for the show and the character of Jerome, AKA The Joker.
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How does Jerome come back to life?

Jerome was later resurrected from the dead by a follower, allowing him to once again reign terror upon Gotham City. Jerome grew an obsession with Bruce Wayne and the idea of killing him but was stopped and was re-incarcerated in Arkham once more.
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What villain is fish Mooney?

Fish Mooney is mob boss Carmine Falcone's most trusted lieutenant. Unbeknownst to Falcone, Fish is plotting to usurp his criminal empire, and employs a young woman named Liza, who resembles Falcone's late mother, to distract the lonely, aging mafia chieftain while Fish undermines his control of Gotham City.
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Who does Kristen Kringle become in Gotham?

Kristen Kringle was the record keeper of the Gotham City Police Department. She later became the girlfriend of Edward Nygma and after discovering that he had killed her ex-boyfriend Tom Dougherty, rejected him, causing him to kill her by accident.
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Who does silver in Gotham become?

Silver St. Cloud appears in Season 2 of Gotham, portrayed by Natalie Alyn Lind. This version is the step-niece and ward of corrupt billionaire Theo Galavan and his sister Tabitha Galavan.
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