BOOM.

In an interview with the Short List Keaton was asked, "Christian Bale recently said he felt jealous to see Ben Affleck wearing the cape and cowl – do you ever get that?" His response:

No. Do you know why? Because I'm Batman. I'm very secure in that.

*Insert every single mic drop gif ever made here*

awesomesauce. 

It's one thing to PLAY Batman. It's another to know you're Batman.

when i was 12 years old, in 1989, michael keaton came to my rescue and helped me get my big bike and baby brother (in the bike-seat) up a flight of stairs.  he just jogged it up, no problem!  when i got to the top, i recognized him and said in awe, "thanks, batman!"

he loved it: smiled, blushed a little, and said, "you're welcome, kid."

Beautiful.