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Creation & Design

Booster Gold was created by writer Dan Jurgens and first appeared in 1986. He was designed as a character who uses technology and knowledge of the future to become a superhero.

Early Years

Initially portrayed as a self-serving hero seeking fame and fortune, Booster Gold's character evolved over time to become a more heroic figure, often working alongside other heroes.

Character Development

Over the years, Booster Gold has transformed from a self-centered hero into a more complex character who values friendship, responsibility, and the true meaning of heroism.

Cultural Reception

Booster Gold has received a mixed to positive reception, with some fans appreciating his humorous take on the superhero genre and others criticizing his initial portrayal.

Character Details

Real Name:
Michael Carter
First Appearance:
Booster Gold #1
Aliases:
Goldstar, The Greatest Hero You've Never Heard Of
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Justice League, Justice League International, Time Masters
Abilities:
Time travel, Superhuman strength, Flight, Advanced technology
Equipment:
Time Sphere, Skeets
Weight:
225lbs
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
blue
Hair Color:
blonde

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Booster Gold #1
DC ⋅ 1986
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Booster Gold #1
 
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1st appearance of Booster Gold

1st appearance of Skeets, the robot sidekick of Booster Gold

1st appearance of Blackguard

1st appearance of Trixie Collins, later becomes Goldstar

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1st cameo appearance of Mindancer

[January 2023 - a Booster Gold TV series about a "loser from the future" who returns to the past to pretend to be a superhero is planned for HBO Max]

Booster Gold #6
DC ⋅ 1986
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Origin of Booster Gold

Legends #6
DC ⋅ 1987
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Legends #6
 
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1st team appearance of the Justice League International: Batman, Booster Gold, Blue Beetle, Dr. Fate, Dr. Light, Guy Gardener, Martian Manhunter, Mister Miracle

Justice League #3
DC ⋅ 1987
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Justice League #3
 
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First meeting of Booster Gold and Blue Beetle, with Justice League

Justice League #4
DC ⋅ 1987
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Justice League #4
 
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Booster Gold joins the Justice League

Infinite Crisis #4
DC ⋅ 2006
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Infinite Crisis #4
 
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First meeting of Booster Gold and the third Blue Beetle, Jamie Reyes

The Spectre is bound to the host body of Crispus Allen

52 #19
DC ⋅ 2006
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52 #19
 
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1st cameo appearance of Lady Styx

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