“To the world he was Superman, but to me, he was my role model, my strength, and my guide. His memories are with me every moment. Will said emotionally. This trailer was shared exclusively with People.
“Papa taught me that true strength is not just physical but also comes from the spirit and courage. His legacy will live on forever.”
Will Reeve’s emotional journey: Salute to father Christopher Reeve’s immortal legacy
Will Reeve, son of Christopher Reeve, embarks on a deeply emotional journey to cherish memories of his father, one filled with love, respect, and inspiration.
The 32-year-old ABC correspondent is traveling to historic locations where his father, the legendary Superman actor, took the final horseback ride of his life, a trip during which a tragic accident 30 years ago left Christopher paralyzed for life.
Will invites viewers to join him on this emotional journey in the ABC primetime special “Will Reeve: Finding My Father,” airing February 26.
This daring and heartwarming expedition, in which first Christopher and now Will follow the migration of Pacific gray whales, takes them from Mexico to a mysterious island near Siberia, where a new story of memories, a legacy, and immense love will be written.
Christopher Reeve’s Three Children: Matthew, Alexandra and Will—A Father’s Undying Legacy
“My dad was my hero,” Will Reeve said with a deeply emotional glimpse as he cherished memories of his father in ABC’s special trailer. “To millions of people, he was Superman, but to me, he was my dad—my role model. He is missed every moment.”
Christopher Reeve’s three children—Matthew, Alexandra, and Will—are proudly carrying on their father’s unbreakable legacy.
Will, who was just 2 years old when his father was paralyzed and lost him forever at the age of 12, is now seeking answers to some unanswered questions about his father as an adult.
At this crucial juncture in his life, Will is determined to cherish his father’s memories and bring his inspirational journey to the world. His journey not only showcases a son’s love for his father but also shows how a superhero is not just limited to the screen but always lives on in the hearts of his children.
Will Reeve’s emotional journey on Christopher Reeve’s legacy—in pursuit of his father’s unfulfilled dreams
“I inherited my father’s spirit of adventure,” Will Reeve says emotionally in the trailer. “I carry that with me every day to work—whether it’s Good Morning America or ABC News.”
Recalling his father’s inspiring life, Will explains that Christopher Reeve lived “a life full of epic adventures,” and he feels his father left “something” for him that he is now setting out to find.
Will says, “I’ve traveled all over the world telling stories, but this is a story that I have to find the end of myself.” For him, it’s not just a journey, but a son’s attempt to connect with his father’s legacy.
Will has cherished a dream for 30 years—to travel to the places his father last visited before the accident. Now, he sets out to make that dream a reality, to live out his father’s memories and his unfinished adventures.
This is not just a documentary, but an emotional journey that uncovers the depth of the father-son relationship and the legacy of courage.
Will Reeve in search of Christopher Reeve’s legacy: A son’s emotional journey
“Times have changed, but the memories of my father are still alive,” says Will Reeve as he travels to the places where his father spent some of the most beautiful and adventurous moments of his life. Even decades later, he tries to find the traces left by his father.
“The people who put my father up there are no longer alive, but I tracked down their sons and asked them to be my guides,” shares Will. For him, it’s not just a journey, but a deep attempt to connect with his father’s legacy.**
The Reeve Family’s ‘Dinner Table Rule’: A Change That Changed Everything
After his father’s accident, Christopher Reeve’s family adopted a strict ‘dinner table rule’ that gave a new direction to their lives. This rule kept the family together and supported them through difficult times. Will shares the reasoning behind this rule and its impact.
Emotional Moment: When Reeve’s kids saw their father paralyzed for the first time
It was a moment that changed the lives of Christopher Reeve’s children forever. The words Will and his siblings said when they saw their father in a wheelchair for the first time are still etched in their memories.**
The trailer features a touching scene, introduced via live footage:
“A man just came in and found me showing me a 30-year-old picture of me with my dad on the beach. How incredible is that?”
Christopher Reeve’s legacy wasn’t just limited to his films—it also lives on in his family, his struggle, and this incredible journey his son has taken
Will Reeve on a journey through Christopher Reeve’s memories—a son’s 30-year search
“Times have changed, but Dad’s presence is still felt,” Will Reeve shares emotionally. It’s been two decades since Christopher Reeve passed away, but his son Will feels this journey has brought him closer to his father.
“I’ve waited 30 years for this moment, to share this experience with my dad,” he says. “Now I know, Dad left me something here—a sign, a legacy that I will treasure forever.”
‘Will Reeve: Finding My Father’ – A Priceless Journey
This special documentary will air Wednesday, February 26 at 10:02pm EST on ABC and will be available for streaming the next day on Hulu
This is not just a story, but an emotional journey of a son connecting with his father’s legacy—a journey that transcends time and gives an opportunity to feel the depth of relationships.
