Actor Christopher Reeve Dies Christopher Reeve passed away Sunday after falling into a coma. Reeve is best known for playing Superman and his alter ego Clark Kent in four movies. Reeve suffered severe neck and back injuries in a near fatal equestrian accident in 1995. Hear NPR's Steve Inskeep.

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'Superman' Actor Christopher Reeve Dies

October 11, 200412:00 AM ET

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Christopher Reeve passed away Sunday after falling into a coma. Reeve is best known for playing Superman and his alter ego Clark Kent in four movies. Reeve suffered severe neck and back injuries in a near fatal equestrian accident in 1995. Hear NPR's Steve Inskeep.