"""performance as both Clark Kent and Superman kept the characters distinct, and it was done through his body."" Superman (Salkind films) Superman (Kal-El) or just Clark Kent is a fictional character portrayed by Christopher Reeve in the ""Superman"" film series produced by Ilya and Alexander Salkind and is an adaption of the original comic book character, Superman. The character went through many casting interviews until Christopher Reeve was chosen. Superman is portrayed as a superhero who stands for ""truth, justice and the American way"". The character has received positive reception and is ranked as one of the best performances in"
"Lozzi's statement, however, is unsupported by independent evidence. George Reeves George Reeves (January 5, 1914 – June 16, 1959) was an American actor. He is best known for his role as Superman in the 1950s television program ""Adventures of Superman"". His death at age 45 from a gunshot remains a polarizing topic; the official finding was suicide, but some believe that he was murdered or the victim of an accidental shooting. Reeves was born George Keefer Brewer on January 5, 1914, in Woolstock, Iowa, the son of Donald Carl Brewer and Helen Lescher. Reeves was born five months into their"
"of random individuals. The following actors who played Superman have sometimes been cited as victims of the ""Superman curse"". Kirk Alyn played Superman in two low-budget 1940s serials but failed to find work afterwards because he was too closely identified with the role, and was relegated to voiceovers, commercials and uncredited screen roles. He later appeared as Lois Lane's father in the 1978 ""Superman"" film. Alyn had Alzheimer's disease later in his life and died in 1999 at the age of 88. Bud Collyer voiced the first ""Superman"" cartoon from 1941-43. He went on to enjoy a career in TV,"
"George Reeves George Reeves (January 5, 1914 – June 16, 1959) was an American actor. He is best known for his role as Superman in the 1950s television program ""Adventures of Superman"". His death at age 45 from a gunshot remains a polarizing topic; the official finding was suicide, but some believe that he was murdered or the victim of an accidental shooting. Reeves was born George Keefer Brewer on January 5, 1914, in Woolstock, Iowa, the son of Donald Carl Brewer and Helen Lescher. Reeves was born five months into their marriage and the couple separated soon after Reeves's"
"Kirk Alyn Kirk Alyn (born John Feggo Jr., October 8, 1910 – March 14, 1999) was an American actor, best known for being the first actor to play the DC Comics character Superman in live-action for the 1948 movie serial ""Superman"" and its 1950 sequel ""Atom Man vs. Superman"", as well as Blackhawk from the ""Blackhawk"" movie serial in 1952, and General Sam Lane in 1978's ""Superman: The Movie"". Kirk Alyn was born as John Feggo Jr. on October 8, 1910 in Oxford, New Jersey, to Hungarian immigrant parents. In his youth he lived in Wharton, New Jersey. A plaque"
"company's 50th anniversary publication ""Fifty Who Made DC Great"". Kirk Alyn Kirk Alyn (born John Feggo Jr., October 8, 1910 – March 14, 1999) was an American actor, best known for being the first actor to play the DC Comics character Superman in live-action for the 1948 movie serial ""Superman"" and its 1950 sequel ""Atom Man vs. Superman"", as well as Blackhawk from the ""Blackhawk"" movie serial in 1952, and General Sam Lane in 1978's ""Superman: The Movie"". Kirk Alyn was born as John Feggo Jr. on October 8, 1910 in Oxford, New Jersey, to Hungarian immigrant parents. In his"
"in the Superman films. His wife Kay assisted her husband on several occasions; their son Graham was also a prolific make-up artist before his death in 1986. In the """" DVD, in one of the web documentaries, he was awarded a statue by the team at Lucasfilm. Freeborn died on 5 February 2013 at the age of 98 in London. His wife Kay died in 2012. Freeborn's three sons - Roger, Ray and Graham - also predeceased him. Freeborn had eight grandchildren and several great-grandchildren. Stuart Freeborn Stuart Freeborn (5 September 1914 – 5 February 2013) was an English motion"
"hosting the game show ""To Tell the Truth"". He returned to Superman by voicing ""The New Adventures of Superman"" for CBS in 1966. Three years later, he was dead of a circulatory ailment at the age of 61. Lee Quigley, who played Superman as a baby in the 1978 film, died in 1991 at age 14 of solvent abuse. George Reeves played Superman in the 1951 film ""Superman and the Mole Men"" and the ensuing television series ""Adventures of Superman."" Like Alyn and Reeve, he was too closely associated with the role to find further work. On June 16, 1959,"
"I love you. God bless. Michael (Mr Wayne) Keaton."" Gough was added in ""In Memoriam"" at the 18th Screen Actors Guild Awards. Michael Gough Francis Michael Gough ( ; 23 November 1916 – 17 March 2011) was an English character actor who made over 150 film and television appearances, known for his roles in the Hammer Horror Films from 1958 and for his recurring role as Alfred Pennyworth in all four films of the Tim Burton / Joel Schumacher ""Batman"" tetralogy. Gough was born in Kuala Lumpur, Federated Malay States (now Malaysia) on 23 November 1916, the son of English"
"1960. Eddie Parker (actor) Eddie Parker (December 12, 1900 – January 20, 1960) was an American stuntman and actor who appeared in many classic films, mostly westerns and horror films. Some of his more famous films and serials include the 1943 """"Batman"""" (as Lewis Wilson's stunt double), ""The Crimson Ghost"", ""Abbott and Costello Meet the Mummy"" (as the Mummy), and ""Rear Window"" for Alfred Hitchcock as well as many classic Universal horror films. He appeared three times in the early television series, ""Tales of the Texas Rangers"", and also performed stunts for that program. Parker died of a heart attack"
"(1987). Like Kirk Alyn, Reeve was so closely identified with the character that it was difficult for him to acquire lead parts in other films. He was largely relegated to ""Superman"" sequels and supporting roles. Reeve was paralyzed from the neck down after being thrown from his horse in a cross-country equestrian riding event on May 27, 1995. Reeve died on October 10, 2004, of heart failure stemming from his medical condition. Marlon Brando, who played Jor-El in the 1978 film, is cited for the misfortune he suffered in his private life, such as his son Christian's shooting of his"
"or Jor-El for $4 million, turning down all three roles. When it was next decided to cast an unknown actor, casting director Lynn Stalmaster first suggested Christopher Reeve, but Donner and the producers felt he was too young and skinny. Over 200 unknown actors auditioned for Superman. Olympic champion Bruce (Caitlyn) Jenner had auditioned for the title role. Patrick Wayne was cast, but dropped out when his father John Wayne was diagnosed with stomach cancer. Both Neil Diamond and Arnold Schwarzenegger lobbied hard for the role, but were ignored. James Caan, James Brolin, Lyle Waggoner, Christopher Walken, Nick Nolte, Jon"
"Eddie Parker (actor) Eddie Parker (December 12, 1900 – January 20, 1960) was an American stuntman and actor who appeared in many classic films, mostly westerns and horror films. Some of his more famous films and serials include the 1943 """"Batman"""" (as Lewis Wilson's stunt double), ""The Crimson Ghost"", ""Abbott and Costello Meet the Mummy"" (as the Mummy), and ""Rear Window"" for Alfred Hitchcock as well as many classic Universal horror films. He appeared three times in the early television series, ""Tales of the Texas Rangers"", and also performed stunts for that program. Parker died of a heart attack in"
"much time together outdoors, including fishing and hunting, a common hobby of Williams. West died in Los Angeles, California on June 9, 2017, following a brief battle with leukemia. After his death, West's former ""Batman"" co-star and longtime friend, Burt Ward, released a statement; ""This is a terribly unexpected loss of my lifelong friend, I will forever miss him. There are several fine actors who have portrayed Batman in films. In my eyes, there was only one real Batman that is and always will be Adam West. He was truly the Bright Knight."" """" actor Kevin Conroy (who performed alongside"
"Michael Gough Francis Michael Gough ( ; 23 November 1916 – 17 March 2011) was an English character actor who made over 150 film and television appearances, known for his roles in the Hammer Horror Films from 1958 and for his recurring role as Alfred Pennyworth in all four films of the Tim Burton / Joel Schumacher ""Batman"" tetralogy. Gough was born in Kuala Lumpur, Federated Malay States (now Malaysia) on 23 November 1916, the son of English parents Francis Berkeley Gough and Frances Atkins (née Bailie). Gough was educated at Rose Hill School, Tunbridge Wells, and at Durham School."
"2005 of cancer aged 77. Alf Joint Alf Joint (22 September 1927 – 25 July 2005), born Alfred Charles Richard Joint, was a British film and television stunt performer, stunt coordinator and arranger. He was notable for his contributions in numerous films over a 30-year period including: ""The Heroes of Telemark"" (1965), ""Kelly's Heroes"" (1970), ""The Omen"" (1976), ""A Bridge too Far"" (1977), ""Superman"" (1978), ""Superman II"" (1980), """" (1987), ""Return of the Jedi"" (1983) and the Bond films ""Goldfinger"" (1964) and ""On Her Majesty's Secret Service"" (1969). He also had small acting roles in some films including two Michael"
"Chase"", ""The Ten Commandments"", ""Spartacus"". Robotham was reported dead on February 1, 2007 from complications of Alzheimer's Disease. He was married to German actress Karin Dor. He died in Bonn, Germany at the age of 86. George Robotham George Robotham (January 10, 1921 – February 1, 2007) was an American stuntman and actor. Robotham was born in 1921 and played American football at UCLA, where he was awarded a degree in business administration. He started his acting career as a stuntman and actor in ""Batman"". Following his role in Batman, he usually appeared as an uncredited role in many movies"
"to the motion picture and television industry, Romero has a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Cesar Romero Cesar Julio Romero Jr. (February 15, 1907 – January 1, 1994) was an American actor, singer, dancer and vocal artist. He was active in film, radio, and television for almost 60 years. His wide range of screen roles included Latin lovers, historical figures in costume dramas, characters in light domestic comedies, and the Joker on the ""Batman"" television series, who was included in ""TV Guide's ""2013 list of The 60 Nastiest Villains of All Time. Cesar Julio Romero Jr. was born"
"Scott Workman William Scott Workman (September 16, 1966 - September 29, 2013) was an American stuntman and actor whose career spanned over the course of 20 years. Workman's contributed to both film and television, with titles such as ""Crank"", and ""End of Days"", a film which would be amongst many films alongside Arnold Schwarzenegger. Workman participated in several Marvel Cinematic Universe productions, beginning with ""Iron Man 2"" and continuing posthumously with """". Television credits include ""The X-Files"", ""Buffy the Vampire Slayer"" and ""Sons of Anarchy"". Workman died of cancer on September 29, 2013 in Calabasas, California,aged 47. Schwarzenegger expressed his"
"condolences. Scott Workman William Scott Workman (September 16, 1966 - September 29, 2013) was an American stuntman and actor whose career spanned over the course of 20 years. Workman's contributed to both film and television, with titles such as ""Crank"", and ""End of Days"", a film which would be amongst many films alongside Arnold Schwarzenegger. Workman participated in several Marvel Cinematic Universe productions, beginning with ""Iron Man 2"" and continuing posthumously with """". Television credits include ""The X-Files"", ""Buffy the Vampire Slayer"" and ""Sons of Anarchy"". Workman died of cancer on September 29, 2013 in Calabasas, California,aged 47. Schwarzenegger expressed"
"Bob Holiday Bob Holiday (November 12, 1932 – January 27, 2017) was an American actor best known for playing Superman in the 1966 Broadway musical ""It's a Bird, It's a Plane, It's Superman!"" Historically, Holiday was the next ""live-action"" Superman after George Reeves. Holiday played Superman more than any other actor, having played the role in over 140 performances, as well as several live appearances in character. From 1999 until his death in 2017, he reigned as the eldest surviving, live-action Superman. Holiday had the title role in the 1966 musical. According to author Bruce Scivelli, ""Holiday remained in his"
"been diagnosed two years prior. Richard Libertini Richard Joseph Libertini (May 21, 1933 – January 7, 2016) was an American stage, film and television actor. He was known for playing character roles and his ability to speak in numerous accents. His films include ""Catch-22"" (1970), ""The In-Laws"" (1979), ""Popeye"" (1980), ""All of Me"" (1984), ""Fletch"" (1985), ""Fletch Lives"" (1989), ""Awakenings"" (1990), ""Lethal Weapon 4"" (1998), and ""Dolphin Tale"" (2011). Libertini was born in Cambridge, Massachusetts, and graduated from Emerson College in Boston. During his early years, Libertini worked in New York City and in Chicago. He moved to Los Angeles"
"Superman (serial) Superman (1948) is a 15-part black-and-white Columbia film serial based on the comic book character Superman. It stars an uncredited Kirk Alyn (billed only by his character name, Superman; but credited on the promotional posters) and Noel Neill as Lois Lane. Like ""Batman"", it is notable as the first live-action appearance of Superman on film, and for the longevity of its distribution. The serial was directed by Thomas Carr, who later directed many early episodes of the ""Adventures of Superman"" television show, and Spencer Gordon Bennet, produced by Sam Katzman, and shot in and around Los Angeles, California."
"fan, Toni Collins. Bob Holiday Bob Holiday (November 12, 1932 – January 27, 2017) was an American actor best known for playing Superman in the 1966 Broadway musical ""It's a Bird, It's a Plane, It's Superman!"" Historically, Holiday was the next ""live-action"" Superman after George Reeves. Holiday played Superman more than any other actor, having played the role in over 140 performances, as well as several live appearances in character. From 1999 until his death in 2017, he reigned as the eldest surviving, live-action Superman. Holiday had the title role in the 1966 musical. According to author Bruce Scivelli, ""Holiday"
"Henry Cavill Henry William Dalgliesh Cavill (; born 5 May 1983) is a British actor. He began his career with roles in the feature adaptations of ""The Count of Monte Cristo"" (2002) and ""I Capture the Castle"" (2003). He later appeared in supporting roles in several television series, including BBC's ""The Inspector Lynley Mysteries"", ITV's ""Midsomer Murders"", and Showtime's ""The Tudors"". He has since appeared in numerous major Hollywood films, such as ""Tristan & Isolde"" (2006), ""Stardust"" (2007), ""Blood Creek"" (2009), and ""Immortals"" (2011). Cavill gained prominence and international fame for portraying Superman in the DC Extended Universe, starring in"
"suffering from a hip fracture. She was hospitalized following surgery to repair the fracture at Tucson Medical Center. Following an extended illness, Neill died in Tucson on July 3, 2016, at age 95. Her publicist and biographer, Larry Ward, paid tribute to her role as Lois Lane, as did actor Mark Hamill. Neill had no immediate surviving family members. Noel Neill Noel Darleen Neill (November 25, 1920 – July 3, 2016) was an American actress. She is known for playing Lois Lane in the film serials ""Superman"" (1948) and ""Atom Man vs. Superman"" (1950), as well as the 1950s television"
"James Seay James Seay (September 9, 1914 in Pasadena, California – October 10, 1992 in Capistrano Beach, California) was an American character actor who often played minor supporting roles as government officials. Although it was a minor part not credited on-screen, his role in the film ""Miracle on 34th Street"" (1947) is one of his most visible because the film is a staple of Christmas repeats on television. Among his many credits, Seay appeared in minor roles in a couple of episodes of ""Adventures of Superman"" television series: ""The Mind Machine"" (as a senator) and ""Jungle Devil"" (as an airplane"
"7, 2017, at the age of 84. Brad Harris Bradford Harris (July 16, 1933 – November 7, 2017) was an American actor, stuntman, and executive producer. He appeared in a variety of roles in over 50 films, mostly in European productions. He is a member of the Stuntman's Hall of Fame. Born in St. Anthony, Idaho, his family moved to California, where he attended Burbank High School, then received an athletic scholarship to UCLA where he studied economics. When he injured his knee playing football he was advised to take up weightlifting to strengthen the injury that developed his interest"
"Efrem Zimbalist Jr. Efrem Zimbalist Jr. (November 30, 1918 – May 2, 2014) was an American actor known for his starring roles in the television series ""77 Sunset Strip"" and ""The F.B.I."" He is also known as recurring character ""Dandy Jim Buckley"" in the series ""Maverick"" and as the voice behind the character Alfred Pennyworth in """" and associated spin-offs. He also voiced Doctor Octopus in the 1990s ""Spider-Man"" animated series and the 2000 PC, Dreamcast and PlayStation ""Spider-Man"" action-adventure video game, and Justin Hammer from the second season of the 1994 ""Iron Man"" animated series. Zimbalist was born in"
"Terry Forrestal Terrence Philip Julian Forrestal (13 May 1948 – 10 June 2000) was an English actor, stuntman and BASE jumper. Born in Chesterfield, Derbyshire to Irish parents, he attended Finchley Catholic Grammar School. He served in the British Armed Forces in Northern Ireland, among other places. He was a stuntman and stunt coordinator since the 1970s. He was also a technical advisor and occasionally an actor on films and TV. His best-known work includes Bond films ""Moonraker"", ""Octopussy"", ""Never Say Never Again"", ""GoldenEye"", as well as ""Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom"", ""Batman"" (1989), """", ""Braveheart"", ""Titanic"" and"
"Superman (1978 film) Superman (informally titled Superman: The Movie in some listings and reference sources) is a 1978 superhero film directed by Richard Donner starring Christopher Reeve as Superman based on the DC Comics character of the same name. An international co-production between the United Kingdom, Switzerland, Panama and the United States, the film stars an ensemble cast featuring Marlon Brando, Gene Hackman, Christopher Reeve, Jeff East, Margot Kidder, Glenn Ford, Phyllis Thaxter, Jackie Cooper, Trevor Howard, Marc McClure, Terence Stamp, Valerie Perrine, Ned Beatty, Jack O'Halloran, Maria Schell, and Sarah Douglas. It depicts Superman's origin, including his infancy as"
"Maurice Cass Maurice Cass (October 12, 1884 – June 8, 1954) was a character actor in numerous films and television shows. Born in Lithuania, he moved to the US to pursue an acting career. His slight build, frizzy hair and pince-nez glasses cast him as the ""absent minded professor"" or eccentric scientist type in many of his films, such as the character who discovers the element kryptonite in ""Adventures of Superman. He is best remembered for his role as Professor Newton in the 1954 TV science fiction show ""Rocky Jones, Space Ranger"". He died of a heart attack at age"
"and 1960s, Kellogg was mostly seen on television. He guest starred in several TV series, including three episodes of ""Adventures of Superman"" (coincidentally and prominently sponsored by Kellogg's). He is most famous for his portrayal of bad guy Jack Chandler in the soap opera ""Peyton Place"", a role he played between 1966 and 1967. Kellogg died in Los Angeles in 2000 of Alzheimer's disease. John Kellogg (actor) John Kellogg (June 3, 1916 – February 22, 2000) was an American actor in film, stage and television. Some sources, including ancestry.com, state that his given name was Giles Vernon Kellogg, Jr. Kellogg"