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George Reeves

George Reeves (born George Keefer Brewer) (1914 - June 16, 1959) was an actor, best known for playing the role of TV's Superman in the 1950s. He also played minor roles in a number of movies including Gone With the Wind. He committed suicide in 1959, although this has been surrounded by speculation in the years since.

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George Reeves Facts

Birth NameGeorge Bessolo
OccupationActor
BirthdayJanuary 5, 1914
SignCapricorn
BirthplaceWoolstock, Iowa, USA
Date of deathJune 16, 1959 (age 45)
Height6' (1m83)

Selected Filmography

Gone with the Wind
Somewhere in Time
Point Break
Devil's Advocate
Good Night, and Good Luck
Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure
Essential Classics
Adventures of Superman
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