Jason Todd was the second Robin who died at the hands of The Joker. He eventually returned to take on the title of the Red Hood. He has had his fair share of romances, which appear in some Jason Todd comics. However, Jason doesn't have as many love interests as his other allies and family members.

Jason is 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 March 24, 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

First Appearance: Detective Comics (Vol. 1) #561, by writer Doug Moench, penciler Gene Colan, inkers Bob Smith & Ricardo Villagran, colorist Adrienne Roy and letterer John Costanza

Since debuting in the Pre-Crisis 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

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

First Appearance: Detective Comics (Vol. 1) #411, by writer Dennis O'Neil, penciler Bob Brown, inker Dick Giordano and letterer Ben Oda

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

First Appearance: The Brave and the Bold (Vol. 1) #60, by writer Bob Haney and penciler/inker Bruno Premiani

Though they have a long history as friends, Donna and Jason never actually started a romantic relationship. 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 Koriand'r/Starfire

First Appearance: DC Comics Presents (Vol. 1) #26, by writer Marv Wolfman, penciler George Pérez, inker Dick Giordano, colorist Adrienne Roy and letterer Ben Oda

The romance between Jason Todd and Starfire wasn't confirmed, but 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

First Appearance: Red Hood and the Outlaws (Vol. 1) #1, by writer Scott Lobdell, penciler/inker Kenneth Rocafort, colorist Blond and letterer Carlos M. Mangual

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.

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

First Appearance: Red Hood and the Outlaws (Vol. 1) #2, by writer Scott Lobdell, penciler/inker Kenneth Rocafort, colorist Blond and letterer Carlos M. Mangual

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 Kara Zor-El/Supergirl

First Appearance: Action Comics (Vol. 1) #252, by writer Otto Binder and penciler/inker Al Plastino

Kara Zor-El and Jason Todd never dated, but they showed 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 romance becauseSupergirl 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 Rose Wilson/Ravager

First Appearance: Deathstroke the Terminator (Vol. 1) #15, by writer Marv Wolfman, penciler Art Nichols, inker Will Blyberg, colorist Tom McCraw and letterer John Costanza

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

First Appearance: Wonder Woman (Vol. 2) #90, by writer William Messner-Loebs, penciler/inker 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, Artemis of Bana-Mighdall. 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/Batgirl

First Appearance: Detective Comics (Vol. 1) #359, by writer Gardner Fox, penciler Carmine Infantino, inker Sid Greene and letterer Gaspar Saladino

Batgirl may be one of Dick Grayson's best love interests, but Jason Todd and Barbara Gordon's romance has also been teased in series like Red Hood and the Outlaws and Batman: Eternal. Jason had a crush on Barbara and respected her place in the Bat Family. She hit on him first, 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.