* Bob Kane is credited as the creator of the character, coming up with the initial design and concept. He was also the primary artist on the early Batman comics.
* Bill Finger was a writer and co-creator who contributed significantly to developing the character's backstory, personality, and even the iconic bat symbol.
While Kane received the most public recognition, Finger's contributions were crucial to the success of Batman. Unfortunately, he wasn't fully credited for his work until later in his life.