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March 1, 2024 12 mins
This article explores the mysterious 1959 death of George Reeves, the beloved TV “Superman” star of the 1950s. It examines the strange details and inconsistencies surrounding the fatal gunshot wound Reeves suffered at his home amongst friends one night, which was hastily ruled a suicide despite suspicious indicators pointing to murder. As Reeves reached the height of fame playing Superman just 6 years before that tragic incident, many found the suicide theory incongruous and instead suspected a staged homicide. The article delves into the theories of jealous lovers, studio cover-ups, andgetFile_0 whether one of Hollywood’s most trusted heroic figures could have been a victim of foul play himself. Over 60 years later, it remains an unsolved riddle for history.
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