Christopher Reeve state funds to stem cell research. Proposition 71 was approved less than one month after Reeve's death. On February 25, 2003, Reeve appeared in the television series "Smallville" as Dr. Swann in the episode "Rosetta". In that episode, Dr. Swann brings to Clark Kent (Tom Welling) information about where he comes from and how to use his powers for the good of mankind. The scenes of Reeve and Welling feature music cues from 1978's "Superman: The Movie", composed by John Williams and arranged by Mark Snow. At the end of this episode, Reeve and Welling appeared in a short spot
Christopher Reeve Christopher Reeve Christopher D'Olier Reeve (September 25, 1952 – October 10, 2004) was an American actor, director, producer, screenwriter, author, activist, and equestrian, best known for his portrayal of Superman, beginning with the acclaimed "Superman" (1978), for which he won a BAFTA Award. He also appeared in other critically acclaimed films such as "The Bostonians" (1984), "Street Smart" (1987), and "The Remains of the Day" (1993). He received a Screen Actors Guild Award and a Golden Globe Award nomination for his performance in the television remake of "Rear Window" (1998). On May 27, 1995, Reeve was left quadriplegic after being