This just in: Christopher Reeve is dead

Nice summary of his life:

http://www.usatoday.com/life/people/2004-10-11-reeve-obit_x.htm

And - his organization:

http://www.christopherreeve.org/

Quentin Tarantino put it best about Superman in Kill Bill II:

Superman stands alone. Superman did not become Superman, Superman was born Superman. When Superman wakes up in the morning, he is Superman. His alter ego is Clark Kent. His outfit with the big red S is the blanket he was wrapped in as a baby when the Kents found him. Those are his clothes. What Kent wears, the glasses the business suit, that's the costume. That's the costume Superman wears to blend in with us. Clark Kent is how Superman views us. And what are the characteristics of Clark Kent? He's weak, unsure of himself... he's a coward. Clark Kent is Superman's critique on the whole human race, sort of like Beatrix Kiddo and Mrs. Tommy Plumpton.


Christopher Reeve was the best Superman.

Oh no! This is so very sad. He was such a good person with a huge heart and he will surely be missed.

Hmm - the obit hasn't quite realized he is dead.

Sigh.

Monday, October 11, 2004 -- 2:03 AM ET
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Christopher Reeve Dies at 52

Actor Christopher Reeve became a worldwide advocate for
spinal cord research after a near-fatal riding accident
turned him into a quadriplegic.
Read More: http://www.nytimes.com/?8na

What a shame. I really thought dude would walk again. So long Superman.

One can hope that if there is an afterlife......he is walking, running and enjoying his regained freedom.....his free spirit of course he never lost......a brave man.....deserving of respect...

This is sad news…he was a very courageous man.

same here.

It true. Really sad. RIP

So, what's the deal? Because Drudge reported it, it wasn't true?

I can't believe Reeves death announcement is bringing out political bickering. Get a life! :wink:

Drudge is political right placed. I was wrong with that, but still it is not a serious source.

Nevertheless: Please start not a political debate in this thread.

Bear that's beautiful.

For all the wimmins, (maybe guys) the movie 'Somewhere In Time' that CR starred in is THE most romantic movie I have ever seen. He was 28 when he made this and boy did he look good. Jane Seymour plays his girlfriend (you know how pretty she is), they made a beautiful couple. Every woman I know that has watched this usually say's something like " Isn't that the way love should be"- "yes", then we drool for a second, and get on with the day.
The sound track is awesome, (John Barry composed and conducted). The theme is 'Rhapody On a Theme of Paganini' Rachmaninoff. Track 8 is my favorite, it's called 'Return to the present' it is a violin piece with a mandolin accompaniment.

Hey guys

If your having a 'quarrel' with your wife/girlfriend and she hasn't seen this movie, bring it home and watch it together, just the two of you, make sure the rugrats are in bed, (give her the old-I got this for you, I thought you might like it).
If this movie dosen't soften her up just chip some ice off of her heart and make yourself a cold drink.
CR was so convincing in this movie, he did a great job.

God Bless Christopper Reeve and his family.

Paula! Shush! You just gave out my #1 secret weapon for a peace offering.
Jane Seymour was breathtaking.

Pan

We must spread the knowledge and not keep it to ourselves, there are others in need :-)

I did see that movie, paulaj - forgot it was Christopher Reeve. I saw it when I was like 13 and it made a biiiig impression on me. :-)

I watch it once a year, I still like it.

Heralds the beginning of the rutting season.