All Of Red Hood's Major Love Interests (In Chronological Order) (2024)

Jason Todd was the second Robin who, tragically, lost his life at the hands of The Joker. He eventually returned to take on the title of the Red Hood. Over the years, Jason has had his fair share of romances, though he hasn't ever managed to make any of them last all that long.

Jason Todd is certainly a bit rough around the edges, and it often seems like he is too focused on other tasks for romance. Jason has developed a few love interests and relationships that have left a lasting mark on the character. The romance between Jason Todd and Rose Wilson has intrigued fans, while the flirtation between Supergirl and Red Hood surprised them.

Updated on June 16, 2024, by Scoot Allan: Red Hood isn't exactly known as a ladies' man, though he has had a few love interests over the years who have sometimes been able to crack his hard shell and get to know the man underneath. This article has been updated to conform to current CBR standards and to add brand-new site features.

10 Rena was Jason Todd's First True Love

Since debuting in the Pre-Crisis iteration of the DC Universe, Jason Todd has changed quite a bit. Todd only briefly operated as Robin while he attended school. Rena was Jason Todd's first sweetheart, and their developing relationship explored drug issues and the darkness of the streets.

Notable Traits/Relationship Moments:

• Rena and Jason Todd bonded over being the new kids in school
• They went on their first official date in 1986's Detective Comics #564
• Rena disappeared from continuity after the Crisis on Infinite Earths

In Rena's first appearance in the pages of 1986's Detective Comics #1 (by Dough Moench and Gene Colan), a gang of drug dealers tried to manipulate Rena into getting high. Jason defeated the gang to help Rena out and ended up winning her heart in the process. They only dated for a short time while Todd decided whether to continue being Robin. Their relationship ended after Todd returned to his costumed identity.

9 Talia Al Ghul is Jason Todd's Most Complicated Love Interest

Introduced in the pages of 1971's Detective Comics #411 (by Dennis O'Neil and Bob Brown), Talia al Ghul is probably better known as one of Bruce Wayne's main love interests. Talia is the daughter of Ra's al Ghul and the mother of Bruce's biological son, Damian Wayne. However, Talia also became close with Jason Todd after she brought him back to life.

Notable Traits/Relationship Moments:

• Talia defied her father to restore Jason with the Lazarus Pit
• They first shared a kiss in 2006's Batman Annual #25
• Talia al Ghul gave Todd his first Red Hood costume

Jason spent some time in recovery after his exposure to the Lazarus PIt, and he grew close with Talia al Ghul. They had a brief fling that never developed into a relationship, and Todd soon left to find his own path as Red Hood. It was one of his stranger relationships, as Talia and Bruce Wayne have such a long history together that fans were surprised to see sparks fly with Todd.

8 Donna Troy Might End Up Being Jason Todd's Biggest Regret

Donna Troy has been a part of the wider DC Universe since her comic book debut in 1965's The Brave and the Bold #60 (by Bob Haney and Bruno Premiani), and in that time she and Jason Todd have become closer than most. This makes it all the more surprising that Donna and Jason never actually started a romantic relationship, despite the obvious interest in one another. They first met when Jason Todd briefly joined the Teen Titans as Robin, though they became closer during an adventure across the multiverse in Countdown to Final Crisis.

Notable Traits/Relationship Moments:

• She was one of the first heroes whom Jason Todd considered a friend
• Donna and Jason got close in 2007's Countdown to Final Crisis #48
• They briefly bonded over their shared death and rebirth experiences

Jason was always a bit rough around the edges compared to Donna Troy, the former Wonder Girl. They had a small, flirtatious relationship while together on the Titans. However, Todd's villainous actions as Red Hood kept the pair from moving further in a romantic relationship.

7 Starfire was (Speculatively) Jason Todd's Hottest Romance

Starfire has been a prominent figure in the DC Universe since her debut in 1980's DC Comics Presents #26 in the story "Where Nightmares Begin!" (by Marv Wolfman and George Pérez). Though she and Jason Todd have had more than their fair share of tense moments, the romance between them has never been officially confirmed. That being said, it was heavily implied throughout Red Hood and the Outlaws. In the New 52 continuity, an injured Red Hood washed ashore on an island inhabited by Starfire. She helped nurse him back to health, and the two developed a close friendship and potential romantic relationship.

Notable Traits/Relationship Moments:

• Their relationship was first implied in 2011's Red Hood and the Outlaws #1
• Jason and Kori both refused to confirm or discuss their relationship
• Starfire kissed Jason on more than one occasion to transfer information

Starfire had lost all of her memories and forgot her previous relationship with Dick Grayson/Nightwing. Jason ultimately turned away from a deeper romance with Starfire due to her past and his connection to Nightwing. Red Hood and Starfire might have had a physical relationship, but she soon moved on with their other teammate, Roy Harper/Arsenal.

6 Essence Seemed Like the Red Hood's Perfect Romantic Partner

Essence is a mysterious character who was romantically involved with Jason Todd when he was a member of the All Caste. A woman named Ducra led the All Caste and trained Jason Todd in combat. Essence, Ducra's daughter, trained alongside Jason following her introduction in 2011's Red Hood and the Outlaws #1 (by Scott Lobdell and Kenneth Rocafort).

Notable Traits/Relationship Moments:

• Their prior relationship was revealed in her 2011 debut
• They both wielded the mystical All-Blades

Their relationship ended when Essence turned on the All Caste to help their ancient enemies, the Untitled. In Red Hood and the Outlaws, the pair reunited and managed to mend some of their problems. However, they never entered into a romantic relationship again.

5 Isabel Ardila Gave Jason Todd His Chance to Leave Behind the Vigilante Lifestyle

Introduced in the pages of 2011's Red Hood and the Outlaws #2 (by Scott Lobdell and Kenneth Rocafort), Isabel was a flight attendant who gave Jason her number when they met on a flight to China. Aliens interrupted their first "boring" date and took them into space alongside the Outlaws. Unlike most of Jason Todd's flashback-heavy relationships, they started a romantic relationship that played out in real-time.

Notable Traits/Relationship Moments:

• Jason decided to ask Isabel out in 2011's Red Hood and the Outlaws #7
• Their relationship got stronger after she learned of his secret identity
• Isabel spent some time trapped within the mystical All-Blades

Isabel suffered due to her relationship with Jason, and she became a target for villains like The Joker. Isabel decided she couldn't stay with Jason if he continued operating as Red Hood. They briefly dated again when Jason took over the Iceberg Lounge, though the relationship didn't last.

4 Supergirl is Another Potential Partner Who Jason Todd Never Truly Opened Up To

Since her debut in the pages of 1959's Action Comics (Vol. 1) #252 (by Otto Binder and Al Plastino), Kara Zor-El, better known as Supergirl, has captivated fans. Like Donna Troy, Kara and Jason Todd never actually dated, but they showed plenty of interest in each other during a couple of team-ups. Batman and Superman brought Supergirl and Red Hood on a mission to Warworld, which resulted in a team-up between the two heroes. They worked well together on Warworld, leading Red Hood to seek Kara's help on another mission.

Notable Traits/Relationship Moments:

• They first teamed up in 2014's Batman/Superman Annual #1
• Supergirl's boyfriend Michael was jealous of Jason Todd

The pair didn't develop a romantic relationship largely because Supergirl revealed she had no interest in "bad boys." Like her older cousin Superman, Supergirl is a symbol of truth and justice for the world. Red Hood's anti-hero status didn't mesh well with Supergirl's altruistic motives. Instead, they became close friends who succeeded in bringing the Superman and Batman families closer together.

3 Ravager Tested Jason Todd in Ways He Could Have Never Imagined

First seen back in 1992's Deathstroke the Terminator (Vol. 1) #15 (by Marv Wolfman and Art Nichols) Rose Wilson is the daughter of Slade Wilson, better known as Deathstroke the Terminator. She took the name of her deceased older brother, Ravager. Jason Todd and Rose Wilson have a long history together, though their previous romantic relationship was only teased.

Notable Traits/Relationship Moments:

• Their previous relationship was revealed in 2015's Red Hood and the Outlaws #39
• Deathstroke approved of their romance in the DCeased universe

The two fought it out in Red Hood and the Outlaws while commenting that they had previously dated. Things didn't end well for the couple, though fans saw them reunited in DCeased: Unkillables. Jason Todd and Rose Wilson were married zombie killers who found a small slice of happiness in the dark DC universe.

2 Artemis of Bana-Mighdall Could Only Be With Jason Todd as Long as They Were Teammates

First Appearance: Wonder Woman (Vol. 2) #90 (by William Messner-Loebs and Mike Deodato, Jr.) colorist Patricia Mulvihill and letterer John Costanza

Red Hood's second team of Outlaws featured new members Bizarro and the former Wonder Woman herself, Artemis of Bana-Mighdall — albeit in an updated form compared to her original version which debuted back in 1994's Wonder Woman #90 (by William Messner-Loebs and Mike Deodato, Jr.). The new Outlaws served as a revamped version of DC's Trinity, which usually included Batman, Superman, and Wonder Woman.

Notable Traits/Relationship Moments:

• They went on their first date in 2018's Red Hood and the Outlaws #19
• Red Hood helped Artemis recover the powerful Bow of Ra
• Their deep feelings for each other never resulted in a full relationship

The pair fought alongside each other as a well-oiled machine, though Artemis usually rejected any of Jason Todd's playful advances. Red Hood and Artemis eventually revealed their feelings for each other when they kissed during a mission in Hell. Unfortunately, Red Hood and Artemis later lied about it and separated when the Outlaws disbanded.

1 Barbara Gordon is Easily Jason Todd's Most Complicated Love Interest

As a character who has been around since 1967's Detective Comics #359 (by Gardner Fox and Carmine Infantino), Barbara Gordon, aka Batgirl, has seen plenty of versions of herself fall for just as many unlikely figures. Frequently written as one of Dick Grayson's best love interests, Barbara Gordon has shared a surprising romance with Jason Todd that has been teased in series such as Red Hood and the Outlaws and Batman: Eternal. Jason has had a crush on Barbara and respected her place in the Bat Family from the moment they met. She even took it upon herself to make the first move, but he rejected her out of his own insecurities.

Notable Traits/Relationship Moments:

• They shared their first kiss in the 2020 Batman: Three Jokers #2 comic
• Red Hood confessed his true feelings but deleted the message
• Jason revealed he wanted to be a better person for Barbara

In Batman: Three Jokers, Batgirl and Red Hood finally shared a kiss, but she claimed it was a mistake. Jason left a note that revealed his feelings for her, but it disappeared. Every chance at a relationship was interrupted. However, they remain close allies who share trauma from past encounters with The Joker.

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