What Happened to Christopher Reeve? A Look at His Life-Altering Accident in 1995 [Video]

The life and legacy of Christopher Reeve, best known for his iconic portrayal of Superman in the 1970s and ’80s, lives on in the upcoming documentary Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story.

Set to premiere in select theaters on Sept. 21, the film offers an intimate look into how Reeve transformed his personal tragedy into powerful advocacy for spinal cord injury research.

From his early days as a promising actor at Juilliard to his groundbreaking work as a director and activist, Reeve’s life was marked by resilience and profound impact. His near-fatal horse-riding accident in 1995 left him paralyzed from the neck down, after which he became a prominent advocate for spinal cord injury research and disability rights, using his platform to raise awareness and funds. Under his leadership, the Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation became a leading force in spinal cord injury research.

Tragically, Reeve died from heart failure in October 2004 at age 52. Despite the challenges he faced …