For many years, Christopher Reeve was renowned1 for playing the movie character Superman in Hollywood movies. But in 1995, he broke his neck in a horseback riding accident2 and spent the rest of his life in a wheelchair, almost completely unable to move, He also needed a machine to help him breathe. However, despite his disabilities3, Reeve refused to be depressed4 and fought back. Four years after his accident, he received an award for his autobiography, Still Me. It is a humorous5 story of his life, showing both his courage6 and his optimistic7 nature. That same year, he also won an award for starring in the movie Rear Window. “Nothing’s impossible” he said. “Demand the best of yourself and demand the respect of people around you”. He died in 2004, after a heart attack. His example should provide8 encouragement and inspiration for people everywhere.