Danny Ketch (Ghost Rider)
Stunt motorcyclist Danny Ketch becomes the Ghost Rider, a supernatural being with a flaming skull and hellfire powers, fighting evil and seeking redemption.
Character
Cinematic | Literary
Marvel
New York City, New York, USA
Danny Ketch, the younger brother of Johnny Blaze, first appeared in Ghost Rider Vol. 3 #1 (1990) and has since become a prominent figure in the Marvel Universe. After accidentally bonding with the Spirit of Vengeance, Danny becomes the Ghost Rider, a supernatural vigilante fighting evil and seeking freedom from his curse.
Danny’s journey as Ghost Rider has taken him through various comic series, including Spirits of Vengeance, Ghost Rider 2099, and Ghost Rider: Danny Ketch. He has also made appearances in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, debuting in the Hulu series, Helstrom.
Danny Ketch’s Ghost Rider is known for wielding a chain instead of a whip and possessing the ability to control hellfire and transform into a skeletal being. Throughout his adventures, he has teamed up with renowned superheroes like Spider-Man, the Fantastic Four, and the Avengers, and even became a member of the Midnight Sons, a group of supernatural heroes.
Despite his heroic deeds, Danny struggles with the dark side of his Ghost Rider persona and grapples with a complicated relationship with his father, who is also a Ghost Rider. His personal life is marked by several romantic interests, including Roxanne Simpson and Clara Prentice.
Danny Ketch’s Ghost Rider stands as a unique and compelling character in the Marvel Universe, leaving a lasting impact on fans and solidifying his place as a beloved supernatural vigilante.
