Obituary of Steve Reeves

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Steve Reeves

Stephen Lester “Steve” Reevs (born January 21, 1926 in Glasgow, Montana) was a model, film actor, and philanthropist who was best known for playing the muscular protagonist in parts such as, Hercules, Goliath, and Sandokan. Steve died on May 1, 2000 and his death was because of a blood clot. He died at age 74.

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Steve Reeves Biography Wiki:

    • Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
    • Full Name: Reeves, Steve
    • Common Name: Steve Reeves
    • Gender: Male
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
    • Birthplace: Glasgow, Montana, United States
    • Birth Date: January 21, 1926
    • Age: 74 (at death)
    • Also Known As: Stephen Reeves, Steven
    • Occupations:
    • Active Years: 1949-1968
    • Net Worth: $5 million
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Perdue Chicken
    • Favorite Color: Purple
    • Favorite Scent: Azzaro Wanted for Men
    • Favorite Actor: Josh Brolin

    Steve's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: Stephen Lester Reeves
    • Father: Lester Dell Reeves (1899-1927)
    • Mother: Goldie Reeves (1906-1985)
    • Spouse/Partner:
      • Sandra Smith (married 1955-divorced 1956)
      • Aline Czartjarwicz (married 1963-1989, her death)
      • Deborah Ann Engelhorn (married 1994-2000, her death)

Death Notice:

  • Date: May 01 2000 at age 74
  • Place: Escondido, California, United States
  • Cause of Death: Blood clot

Category Tags:

ModelFilm Actor Philanthropist American Born on January 21st Born in 1926 Born in Montana Died in 2000 Died at age 74 Died from Blood clot

Steve's Notable Roles:

  • Hercules (1958)
  • Sadoken the Great (1963)
  • Goliath and the Barbarians (1959)

Quotable Quotes:

"Filmmaking in Europe was a little different from working in the United States. There's a scene in 'Hercules' where I'm in chains -- they looked like steel, but they were actually made of wood -- and I had to swing these chains at my supposed enemies who were advancing towards me. Well, I didn't want to really strike someone so I kind of held back with my motions. The director yelled, 'Swing those chains! Swing them hard!' I said, 'I don't want to hurt someone.' And the director yelled back, 'If they don't get hurt, they don't get paid!'" (IMDB)

"Steve Reeves lived a legendary life as a bodybuilder and Hollywood actor, inspiring countless athletes and leaving behind a lasting legacy that will continue to inspire future generations. (V)"

"Steve Reeves was a renowned bodybuilder and actor, known for his iconic role as Hercules in the 1958 film, who tragically passed away due to illness at the age of 74. (V)"

Is Mr. Steve Reeves still alive? According to our unconfirmed records, he has passed away.

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Wiki Page Updated: 2025-10-23 08:43:11
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