Bishop was born into the wealthy Bishop family of New York City, headed by her mother Eleanor and father Derek. In 2012, she witnessed Clint Barton fighting against Chitauri troops during the Battle of New York. During the invasion, Derek is killed. At his funeral, Bishop vowed to become a hero like Barton, which led to her training in archery, fencing, gymnastics and martial arts. In 2018, she survives the Blip.
