1952 - 2004
Christopher Reeve was an American actor known for his iconic portrayal of Superman in the 1978 film and its sequels. He was also an advocate for spinal cord research and a founder of the Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation, dedicated to improving the quality of life for people living with paralysis. Reeve's inspiring resilience after a horse-riding accident left him paralyzed further endeared him to the public.