Biography

George Reeves (January 5, 1914 – June 16, 1959) was an American actor best known for his role as Superman in the 1950s television program titled 'Adventures of Superman'. His death at age 45 from a gunshot remains a polarizing issue. The official finding was suicide, but some believe he was murdered or the victim of an accidental shooting.

Known For

Gone with the Wind

Brent Tarleton

Samson and Delilah

Wounded Messenger

From Here to Eternity

Undetermined Role (uncredited)

From Here to Eternity

Sgt. Maylon Stark (uncredited)

Blood and Sand

Capt. Pierre Lauren

Rancho Notorious

Wilson

Superman and the Mole Men

Superman / Clark Kent

Secret Origin: The Story of DC Comics

Clark Kent / Superman (archive footage)