Christopher Reeve

Acting

Born September 25, 1952 · New York City, New York, USA

Died October 10, 2004

Also known as کریستوفر ریو

Biography

Christopher D'Olier Reeve (September 25, 1952 – October 10, 2004) was an American actor, film director, producer, screenwriter and author. He achieved stardom for his acting achievements, including his notable motion picture portrayal of the fictional superhero Superman. On May 27, 1995, Reeve became a quadriplegic after being thrown from a horse in an equestrian competition in Virginia. He required a wheelchair and breathing apparatus for the rest of his life. He lobbied on behalf of people with spinal cord injuries, and for human embryonic stem cell research afterward. He founded the Christopher Reeve Foundation and co-founded the Reeve-Irvine Research Center. Reeve married Dana Morosini in April 1992, and they had a son, William, born that June. Reeve had two children, Matthew (born 1979) and Alexandra (born 1983), from his previous relationship with his longtime girlfriend, Gae Exton.

Awards & recognition

New Jersey Hall of Fame · 2012
Grand Cross of the Order Bernardo O'Higgins · 2004
Lasker-Bloomberg Public Service Award · 2003
ASCB Public Service Award · 2001
Grammy Award — Best Audio Book, Narration & Storytelling Recording · 1999

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Audie Award — Narration by the Author or Authors
Primetime Emmy Award
star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
Golden Raspberry Award — Worst Supporting Actor - Razzie Award · 1989 · nominated