To the world he was ‘Superman.’ To Will Reeve he was ‘Dad.’

[@shelley6477]

Whoever the family friends are who finished raising Will did a magnificent job.

[@janicefriedlander3892]

What an articulate young man, Will Reeve is. His honesty in sharing with all of us his feelings is truly admirable and so very much appreciated.

[@DellaSeaver]

Is Will Reeve married?

[@vrod0745]

Young? He’s well into adulthood

[@vickitaylor680]

Will’s parents loved each other so much and that’s a wonderful legacy.

[@cheska2024]

'The loss will never compare to the love.' Thank you, Will.

[@joseponce9310]

We need more of these type of conversations between men!

[@laborinque11]

Asi es @joseponce9310 Bendiciones

[@jenniferflannery764]

Anderson Cooper’s exploration of grief is such important work. The space and grace he gives to a topic that is at once universal but also mostly overlooked takes my breath away. His vulnerability and candor is powerful, eloquent, brave, needed. Thank you.

[@janets.4463]

Thank you, Anderson and Will. My husband of 41 years died 8 months ago. I learned from you today not to ignore those hard gruef times but to recognize them and not try to push them away. My memories of my husband are so sweet.

[@Glammamc]

Agreed💯 I am so sorry for your loss 💔🇨🇦❤

[@rosemarybaskakow7738]

He’s such a deep intelligent man his parents would be so proud of him .

[@jeanninebode7781]

Your mother loved your dearly! Going downstairs to get your item was a mother's unconditional love. Don't carry guilt or regret as it closes the door for the sun to shine through! Your mother is always with you as she raised an amazing man so try to celebrate all the wonderful memories you have of her!

[@kimbok5971]

It's a testament to Chris and Dana's love how their son has turned into such a well-adjusted young man, who seems to be dealing with his ongoing grief in a positive way. I'll never forget how shocked I was when Chris had his accident and then doubly so when I learned Dana had a terminal illness. I think of them often.

[@denagetz9894]

Mr Anderson Cooper, Thank you!! The vulnerability you share in these episodes is remarkable. It’s helping me find my way through grief. I sincerely hope you are finding the healing your soul desires. ❤

[@DeedraBoyer]

A beautiful, thoughtful comment.

[@denagetz9894]

@ 😊 thank you

[@bdbeaudette]

Grief stinks. Comes in waves as you know. I’m dealing with the loss of my best friend of 20 years. He tragically passed back in May of this year. Wishing you the best! ❤

[@Germangirl1984]

Thank you, Anderson and Will, for this truly enriching experience. Such a moving conversation between two men unafraid to embrace emotional vulnerability. Will Reeve has always struck me as a thoughtful, articulate person and this episode only deepened that impression. Truly, his parents did a remarkable job raising him. Anderson's reflections on grief, coupled with Will’s insights, were a poignant reminder that love and grief are, indeed, a package deal. It’s through episodes like this that Anderson seems to be finding a way to process his own grief-and in doing so, he helps so many others along the way. My heart is full of gratitude for this treasure of a podcast.

[@Floppycats]

Holy smokes. What a conversation. And man, can Will Reeve articulate his feelings and ask some questions.

[@cheribee968]

Both of these men have been courageous in sharing the very difficult journey of loss and grief. This is so important for people to hear and understand the struggle. I appreciate both of them.

[@karendarville8703]

Will, your parents would be beaming with pride to know what an incredible man you have grown up to be. When I see you on GMA, I always think of that. At 27 I also lost my parents 7 months apart due to cancer. I know your grief and pain. I know how scary it was to know I had to face life without them. Keep honoring their memory by continuing to be their light in this world. Congratulations on your engagement and I wish you all the love and happiness you deserve.

[@HollySageCypress]

The grief is permanent, but we can still lead fulfilling lives. Loved that. What a beautiful interview. Needed this tonight.

[@COJC1830]

Thank you for sharing this beautiful, heartbreaking, and healing journey.

[@alixemass2012]

As someone who lost their dad in 2012 and recently my precious mom ( which I’m still trying to deal with ) I needed this episode so much. Knowing you’re not alone in grief

[@LoveOnTheInsidex3]

I’m so sorry ❤

[@Lynette.usa.]

Anderson, I love what you are doing with these segments. Strangely enough it's Therapy for me.

[@juliecorona9744]

♥️Thank you Will and Anderson♥️💔🥹🙏 Beautiful Conversation to also help me heal and deal with my grief for my beautiful mother (passed 01-27-2022🥹😭💔💔 Miss her everyday ♥️

[@peterloedden9716]

Great and brave conversation between two men. Many years ago I was an extra in one of your dad's Superman movies. Will, I wouldn't have recognized you as Chris' son but early in the conversation you flashed a smile in which I totally saw your dad. We all loved and respected your dad.

[@theab332]

Dana never wavered from Chris. That’s incredibly important in life. ❤

[@1002suns]

What a brave, courageous young man! And so articulate and in touch with his feelings. His parents taught him well. Bless you, Will Reeve.

[@tanyakelley9083]

Accessing the grief also keeps you connected to that person.

[@thehillmillers]

I think we all knew how devasting the loss would be on little Will. I am so impressed at well he has done. THAT shows the quality of the parents love.

[@ximenabaca2842]

When I first watched his father as Superman, the moment he flew and looked straight into the camera and winked, I was enthralled and in love with his character. I think it was the blue in his eyes. Likewise, I recognize the same energy in his son. What an amazing and touching interview, Mr. Cooper.

[@lorigray9291]

I wish I had an Anderson Cooper with whom I could discuss all my grief. I need that.

[@merylpye246]

Would a cloning machine work?

[@LauriKunes]

Me too.

[@stephaniehansen7016]

Holy crap, what a treasure of a man. His parents and his tribe after them, did an amazing job on bringing him up. And how amazing of a man is he for being able to articulate his grief and share his pain. What a credit he is for the ones he loves and those that love him. He truly has become a super man. His parents, I’m sure, are so proud. Thank you, Anderson for again allowing the space for these conversations and sharing with us your journey through this. I have yet to lose my parents but, this has begun to give me the courage of facing the prospect. I’m a Generation Xer. My parents are Boomers, extreme post war babies having been born in 47. My generation is now middle age and having to look grief in the eyes on so many fronts from our parents to our own bodies. I’m on the brink of a hysterectomy and this particular conversation about grief really struck me because a hysterectomy is a loss. The end of one life and the beginning of another and how we accept and process the loss. Thank you for sharing this and giving me tools to use as I navigate my own journey. Good luck and Godspeed to all of you on your own paths.

[@argentinisima]

I've always loved Anderson; now I love Will too

[@laurenl5843]

So very moving, thoughtful and heartfelt. Thank you. 💜

[@Glammamc]

Beautiful 💔❤💯

[@veeherreraJanecka]

The most powerful discussion on grief. So nuanced and painful And validating. Lost my son to suicide last year , lost my dad , my best friend all close together. I’m so wounded.

[@LoveOnTheInsidex3]

I lost my brother to suicide. I am so sorry for your losses

[@nathansullivan4433]

I am so sorry for your loss. I can’t imagine what you’re going through right now, but know that no matter where they are in the flesh, the ones you love will ALWAYS be there with you. ❤

[@vidadormer8995]

Wow what a touching interview 🫶🏻

[@lauriebarnett5741]

I was 13 when I lost my mom and my world crumbled. I have never picked up the pieces. It sounds crazy but 40+ years later, I never dealt with my grief. So much to unpack in this conversation, must listen to it again.

[@ellenweir6505]

I love these conversations that Anderson is having about grief! So necessary. I’m grateful for them. A universal experience that we haven’t discussed publicly. Thank you Anderson and guests…❤

[@orlihimmelweit2105]

Thank you both for this conversation.

[@marybeth4002]

Beautiful souls sharing their journey and experiences with grief. Thank you ❤

[@Cujo71]

My heart goes out to all of Christopher's kids, but especially Will. I couldn't imagine losing my father at 12 and then his mom passing a year later. I lost my father at 36 and still wasn't prepared. What a strong young man he was and still is. I love hearing what a great father Christopher was. How proud they are of the man their son turned out to be.

[@erinmyles213]

I listened and soaked up every word both of you said. I have not given my grief the proper attention it needs. I don’t believe my children, now grown, have either. Our family needs to attend to our grief and live!! Thank you both so kindly.

[@diymotionsimulator3744]

Will looks so much like his father and Chris raised a wonderful son.

[@oneseeker2]

His Mom certainly did too

[@diymotionsimulator3744]

@@oneseeker2 True very true and she was loyal to Chris through the good days to bad days.

[@dharmawannab]

My mom passed within a year of getting lung cancer and she was never a smoker either. It was Dana Reeves story that I feel prepped me that this cancer was highly likely to take my mom so I made sure to tell my mom how much I love her and talked with her everyday I could! I miss my momma.

[@laraoneal7284]

Ty Anderson for sharing with all of these people helping all of them with grief which is rarely talked about. What an incredible young man here.

[@buddy779]

"Grief dies when you Do" 💔 that hit me .ITS THE TRUTH . Live like they wanted to .hugs

[@cindysanchez7929]

Thank you Anderson for making more of these grief videos. Listening to others talk and try to understand their grief is really helping me process the loss of my Dad.

[@raceytracey6253]

My mum pased 25 years ago .... Im doing better now .... I know She is and has been around I allways talk to her ❤🥰😍🥰❤ Love IS a super power and supasses Death of our EARTHling Space Suits 😊❤

[@ILoveFountainPensCdn]

While it’s heartbreaking that you and so many other men have had their fathers pass away so young, I’m incredibly grateful for these interviews.

[@michellelucado8970]

Wow! He looks so much like his dad. Very handsome! It's so sad he lost both of his parents so close together, but, he seems so well adjusted. The neighbors must be wonderful people!

[@kathieoray2990]

Thank you both for this. My father lost his own father when he was only nine years old. He was the oldest of seven children. My grandmother told him shortly after "now you're the man of the house" and she quite literally meant it. I don't think my dad was ever given time to process his grief which explains so much in the way he was with us. Good provider, church going but somehow detached from us as kids. I know that he loved me but I think his loss not to mention the loss of his childhood at age nine got in the way. I lost him at twenty five, I'm the youngest of five. There is definitely a hole and I visit that grief to remind myself just what it is that I lost when he passed. ❤

[@RoroRalveszy-i6u]

Gosh so good.....for us dealing with the same!?😮. The Lord bless and keep you 😊❤🎉

[@capturedbk]

This was achingly beautiful ❤

[@anapaulasmoraes1839]

You guys are doing AMAZINGLY WELL. Any parent would be proud of you...🙏🥰🙏

[@carolyntiller4976]

Phenomenal insight on the cost of love…

[@MsHd1980]

I am so glad the Reeves gave their son the gift of hope and faith. What an amazing man and family.

[@FlarenG]

It’s a beautiful gift when you can grieve someone who loved you, cherish memories. Some of us had parents who were absent, neglectful, abusive, toxic, sadistic. We grieve the childhood and opportunities we lost and our traumatic memories are unbearably painful.

[@cherylweaver12345]

Will and Anderson, that was very helpful. There is one thing that came to my mind regarding the loss of my parents. When you were talking about the love being so much more powerful or stronger or better than the grief, I would add that even with the grief, you can continue to love them and feel their love even when they’re gone. And what is special about the love I have, specifically with my mother now, I know the love can never be taken away. And that’s powerful and wonderful.

[@jbreezy6784]

Mr. Reeves will always be Superman to me

[@oneseeker2]

He certainly played the character wonderfully

[@melissadelphenglish7206]

Same for me. I remember watching his movies as a child. They are the ones that I vividly remember.

[@kathylamaster5636]

Love and grief are a package deal. Right. The more you love someone, the more you will grieve their loss.

[@TattooedGranny]

I was lucky to have parents who loved me. Not everyone gets that. It is such a fortunate privilege. Having that foundation of love has helped me so much to deal with the grief after losing my mother to cancer and now with taking care of my father with dementia. This series is such an important endeavor . Thank you Anderson Cooper. I learn so much from you and your guests. ❤

[@sharonperry8978]

Wishing you all the best with your dad. We lost our mom after 7 years of decline with dementia. Both my sister and I felt a sense of relief when she passed away in 2020 (just before Covid lockdown happened) and then felt guilt for feeling that way. Something that helped us was a comment we read - by the time your parent has passed away you have already faced numerous small deaths of that person as the dementia slowly takes the person you knew and loved away.

[@estherrubin867]

Your experience sounds very similar to mine. The incredible privilege and luck of having loving parents continues to be a blessing now that both are gone. I feel them still near me. We lost my dad to cancer and I worried about him every single day after he died until my mother succumbed after 5.5 years of dementia. I had a visceral feeling that they are reunited and no longer alone, which gave me such a feeling of relief. My dad was no longer lonely and my mom was no longer lost. Thank you Anderson for opening yourself up so that all of us can join together in our grief journeys.

[@TattooedGranny]

@@estherrubin867 ❤️

[@TattooedGranny]

@@sharonperry8978 ❤️

[@estherrubin867]

@@sharonperry8978 We referred to it as “the long goodbye”. I believe that Death came as a relief to my mom because she didn’t know me or where she was. It was also a relief to me because it was daily agony to see her in that state of confusion. Be well.

[@thatsmyopinion.whatsyours8825]

I'm glad and thankful for stumbling onto this. After hearing Will speak about still feeling grief, about his parents,after 18 years, I don't feel so ashamed. I am a 65 year old man. I lost both my parents 10 days apart, it will be 10 years in December of 2024, that they passed. My dad died on my birthday the 16th of December and my mom died the day after Christmas. I feel like being the age I am, I should "snap out of it" but there feels like there must be somethings I blocked out, passed over or they just didn't register. I don't think this "I need to go back and do things over" will ever go away. It almost like I was nonchalant about everything, like things that were happening weren't really happening.

[@joleneflamm761]

I lost my Dad in 2011 and my Mom in 2015. All their love and stability have given me hope. I will never get over not having them here to talk to. Thank you Will and Anderson for being open and honest with your grief and love you have for your parents.

[@DionneDrakes-c3j]

Thank you so much for doing these pod casts Anderson, you are helping me to save my life.

[@papergatellc]

Beautiful episode . . . I just watched 'Somewhere in Time' the other night. He would be so proud of how great his son turned out.❤

[@laborinque11]

Viewing this TODAY helped me start my day. Conversations between men are needed. It's sacred and beautiful to witness this. Bless our hearts!

[@melissadelphenglish7206]

This is a painfully beautiful but needed interview!!!

[@kellyfarmer9905]

Thank you Anderson Cooper and Will Reeve. I lost my dad, mom, and brother within 9 days to Covid and your discussion on grief really resonated with me.

[@orchidz5426]

Great interview. I wish Will Reeve happiness, healing and all the best in life. ❤❤

[@carolejackson7044]

Thank you for posting this.💔❤️ Love and grief are indeed a package deal, I lost my mom at 8 , I’ve often wondered how she managed, knowing death was near and she was leaving 5 little children behind and had zero choice in that. The whole in my heart is still there for her, it does indeed last a lifetime. 💔🙏🏻❤️

[@yazzeewrites]

When Will recounted how he never said "I love you" on one particular night then went to sleep, only to be woken up by the nurse that his dad has fallen into a coma, I felt just the same way. I guess not everyone gets that feeling (and I sincerely hope no one ever experiences that) nor envision seeing your father being given chest compressions or any kind of first aid treatment, let alone seeing your father's life hanging on a thread waiting for help. I had to pause for a few times watching this since it hit me right to the gut (I was around the same age as him when it happened). Witnessing such instance is definitely a very difficult moment, and you just don't really know how to get over it (or if you would really do). Thank you Anderson Cooper and Will Reeve for sharing this.

[@lisabassett-vp2wx]

My mother passed away in hospice on Jan. 4, 2024. We stayed there in the hospice care for 3 days with her while she was transitioning. I was still holding her hand almost 4 ĥours after her peaceful passing at 1:30 am prior to funeral taking her away. My mother was at complete peace no longer battling COPD and Pneumonia. I Love You Mom ❤

[@marialloyd9527]

Thank you both for talking about your personal grief so openly. We all have or will experience this pain in our lives and your words give us all hope to cope.

[@scottyh8494]

What an amazing interview. Thank you both very much. I learned more about grief it's been 28 years ago since I lost my dad and sister both to cancer and both only six weeks apart. Grief never leaves us. We can manage it though. I think as Will says don't push it away. We as humans have a tendency not to deal with thoughts and feelings that come back. They are saying to us back again and we need to talk only if it's for a split second we know what it is and we know we have to deal with the situation of our thoughts and feelings the best way we know how in our own time and our own way.

[@paulmichaels7397]

... how and when do american people see two men in deep emotional open vulnerability ... sharing the truth of what loss means ... the struggle to learn to live with the life-long presence of the dead loved one, one's beloved. most of all it is a blessing for all men who listen, hear, see, feel ...you modeling for men the possibility of being true, alive through their emotions. what a Gift!

[@debramorgan4088]

Will , I am so sorry for your loss. I am sure your parents are watching from above and they are so proud of you and your brother and sister. My heart is with you and your family.

[@cindym9851]

Wow!! Such a powerful and inspiring discussion with someone who has lived with incredible loss. You both bring such hope and understanding regarding the process of grief. I thank you ❤

[@bindilove3899]

Thank you for this interview. I have always wondered how things were for this family. I was such a fan of Christer Reeve and was so sad for him and his family. ❤️

[@BAD46660]

Thank you both for this conversation. Everyone needs to see how others deal with grief to learn what is the best path for themselves. We all take a different path but we need support, not hide the pain.

[@kandismith6121]

I lost my Dad when i was 6 mos old gpa at 3 years and Mom at 3.5 years. My grandma was my everything. She dies 2009. Ive never recovered from the loss of her. So the Are they proud question hits hard with me.

[@adriangraifman8260]

I wish you strength and courage

[@katziebob]

It is so powerful to see and hear men being open and honest about their feelings. My siblings and I lost our parents early also and I didn’t know how to grieve them since I was young. So, like many others, I stuffed down those feelings and am only now at 75 really dealing with them. Your project is so helpful and I thank you.

[@klaird_h4727]

I remember when both of his parents passed. I felt soo bad for him in that moment. He has turned out to be such an amazing young man!🙌🏾🥹

[@lisawilkerson8408]

I can't say enough how much I appreciate this show. I have struggled with grief for so long.

[@chrisheilman2128]

Will, you are the purist example of being raised by a village. Thank you for sharing. I lost my dad 13 days before my 10th birthday. But I had to immediately GROW UP as I was the oldest of 3 (brother 3yrs younger, sister 8yrs younger) and now I was taking on moms responsibilities so she could go to work. Now laundry and cleaning and cooking became my norm. I envy your memories. I have very little and I'm sure it is the result of the tragedy of losing him. It wasn't until 50yrs later that I began to grieve. Not a conscious thought, it just produced itself. Now, in 2 weeks it will have been 52yrs and I am still just learning. Now, looking back, it definitely affected my relationships. And even this last month I am learning how I continue to turn off my heart just in case I were to lose this person. Continue doing what you are doing. You are well ahead of me in how to understand your responses. I have grown up more as an observer. I realize, a safe space. But not an ideal space. Much love to you and your family.

[@Arampe]

True. Love and grief are a package, but it is worth it to love and be loved!

[@Linny-om9lu]

Wow Will, how proud your parents would be of you. So well-spoken, so articulate, such a solid man. I’m so impressed.

[@michellejames4493]

This interview was raw, yet beautiful - thank you for posting it, so many of the feelings Will speaks of, really resonate 🙏

[@junmendejar6957]

this so very therapeutic for me. still can’t believe both of you didn’t even shed a tear. not even halfway and balling out already. ❤❤❤

[@bridgev6652]

Will is an extraordinary man. His parents would be so proud of him, such a remarkable young man

[@ericsalazar6712]

My Heart deeply goes out to you Will Reeve, but you are your parents Legacy and I can feel their warmth, strength, and Love through you.

[@RoSen344]

Will is so right abt grief. The world finds it hard to accept grief.

[@LOdom-ws8xv]

So much loss for a child. I prayed for this young man a lot. Your parents are so proud of you.

[@janecarolhogue3140]

Thank you gentlemen. I appreciate this conversation. Lost my grandparents 40+ years ago. Parents more recently. I still feel so much pain. I miss them so much. Wonderful conversation Will and Anderson

[@kiyemby1]

Thank you Mr.Anderson.Thank you Will

[@stephaniet.8514]

Thank you so much for this heart to heart conversation and for showing your vulnerability. It is one I will keep on listening/watching and will share with others, too. Superman was the first movie I watched as a young refugee from Vietnam who landed in Quebec City, Canada. It made me love the magic of movies. Thank you for sharing your love, light and healing journeys with us. Sending you both so much love, gratitude and light. This conversation has helped me so much with my own grieving journey. I will look forward to watching more of your interviews Anderson and Will. You were both incredible speakers and interviewers! ❤

[@ampinslp8527]

Thank you both for this! We all experience grief in different ways and it helps to hear this being expressed by you. So validating….you are helping many!

[@leeanneg7247]

Profound insights on love and grief.

[@janetslicer3637]

I lost my husband of almost 40 years when he committed suicide two years ago. He had Pancreatic cancer and decided not to share this information with myself or my son. It is so painful to know he didn't trust me enough to share this information. I could see the pain you both carry. Thank you both, Anderson and Will for being so brutally honest. As hard as it is we all need to talk about it. ♥️☘️

[@mariamedeiros406]

Will, I hope you find the courage to give yourself some grace and speaking as a mom, I can say that I guarantee that your parents want you to remember and cherish them and hold them close to your heart, but also to please forgive yourself for any guilt or for not knowing then what you know now. They love you and are proud of you and want you to let go of anything that brings you sadness. They want you to experience joy guilt free and to let go of the guilt. Don’t waste a single second on being sad. All they wanted for you was to experience all the love, hope and joy that your heart can possibly hold. They will forever be a part of you and you can carry their legacy through the joy and love that you bring to others. All the best to you and I pray that you find the peace that you deserve. May God watch over you all the days of your life, and may those days be long and healthy. ❤️❤️‍🩹❤️

[@paulvoorhies8821]

❤❤❤

[@victoriahubbard4609]

Will, thank you for sharing your grief. And Anderson too. These conversations are important. It’s so hard. We do have to put on a “face” to the public. That’s an enormous weight. My wish for you is to find great joy in your life, doing what you love, sharing your life with someone you love, walking with the grief daily and evolving with it. Yes focus on the fact that they were here. They are still here in a spiritual sense. Not what we want but they are a guiding force in your life. God bless you as you move forward and live your life and share all that love in your heart with others.

[@johnandrick64]

What an engaging couple of young men sharing versions of their own grief with each other, with us along for the ride....and applying their words to my own grief, every idea a lifebouy tossed in my direction.

[@carolynmcelmeel1851]

Anderson and Will you both should be applauded for the words you both expressed about grief. It truly is a never ending being that you carry with you after losing someone or someone’s so deeply. I do believe the only way to rid ourselves of this pain is when we die. Granted it subsides over time but your still have it hovering near by everyday. I lost my husband to cancer almost 18 years ago. For over a year after his death felt like God physically ripped my heart out of my chest. Finally this I talk can about my husband without breaking down into tears. We all deal with grief in a different manner, I learned in my Grief Class you have to go through the grief and try to deal with it or later down the road it will come back and hit you hard. A big thank you to both of you Anderson and Will. I’ve followed both of you for years and learned so many things from your reporting but this truly so inspirational.

[@amybright1123]

Absolutely beautiful. I think you have a different perspective of life and how you grieve with how old you are when you loose the person. I was in my teens when I lost my brother. In my late twenties when I lost my Dad and in my late forties when I lost my mum.. Your life experiences help you learn to live with the hole that in your heart. There is no right or wrong way to grieve and that what a lot of people do understand. Thank you again for sharing. ❤

[@rjcarter2904]

Wonderful conversation that I think will be helpful to many. As an only child, I lost my father when I was 29 and my mother when I was 32. I was a budding psychiatrist at the time and had no time to grieve. I still haven't. I simply suppressed the feelings and did what I needed to be doing.

[@charlesorikara5342]

I literally just watched the documentary on superman and his family yesterday, on the plane, flying from Munich Germany 🇩🇪 back home to Atlanta...Such a incredible documentary and tears dropping...GOD bless this incredible family 😢

[@anthonyedwards6409]

As well as your hero, he was a hero to many kids growing up, certainly mine. I lost my Dad in a similar way to your mum, lung CA stage 4. Its hard to listen to your story but thank you sharing it.

[@anneendres7265]

After a brief accident my dad passed. The image of taking him off life support never leaves me. My family came together and sent him off with love.

[@bads624]

Another excellent, sincere, podcast. Thank you. It’s amazing what we can learn from listening to people share their experiences and how they feel and think and deal with their trauma. Thank you everyone for your courage.