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George Reeves

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.

Note: This profile was written in or before 2004.

George Reeves Facts

Birth NameGeorge Bessolo
OccupationActor
BirthdayJanuary 5, 1914
SignCapricorn
BirthplaceWoolstock, Iowa, USA
Date of deathJune 16, 1959 (age 45)
Height6' (1m83)  How tall is George Reeves compared to you?

Selected Filmography

Bill and Ted's Excellent Adventure
Buckskin Frontier
The Day the Earth Stood Still
The Man Who Wasn't There
The Devil's Advocate
Bill & Ted's Bogus Journey
Bill & Ted's Most Excellent Collection
Stamp Day For Superman
Youngblood
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