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Reeve was born on September 25, 1952, in New York City, the son of Barbara Pitney Lamb, a journalist; and Franklin D'Olier Reeve (1928–2013), a teacher, novelist, poet, and scholar. Many of his ancestors had been in America since the early 17th century, some having been aboard the Mayflower.
Apr 2, 2014 · Early Life and Career. Christopher D'Olier Reeve was born on September 25, 1952, in New York City. He studied at Cornell University and the Juilliard School in New York, before landing roles in...
Not only did young Reeve excel in academics and athletics, but he also discovered a love for the performing arts. He got top grades, played in all the sports teams, and was only nine years old when he acted in an amateur production of The Yeoman of the Guard.
Christopher Reeve. Actor: Superman. Christopher D'Olier Reeve was born September 25, 1952, in New York City, to journalist Barbara Johnson (née Barbara Pitney Lamb) and writer/professor F.D. Reeve (Franklin D'Olier Reeve).
See 20 photos of the actor who played Superman and became a spinal injury activist after a horse-riding accident. Learn about his early career, his roles, and his causes.
May 20, 2024 · From a young age, he exhibited a passion for acting and attended the prestigious Juilliard School in New York. His early career included roles in both theater and television, but it was his portrayal of Superman in the eponymous film that catapulted him to international stardom.
Christopher Reeve. Actor: Superman. Christopher D'Olier Reeve was born September 25, 1952, in New York City, to journalist Barbara Johnson (née Barbara Pitney Lamb) and writer/professor F.D. Reeve (Franklin D'Olier Reeve).
