How did George Reeves become associated with Superman?

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Christopher Reeve as Superman in a blue suit with red cape and yellow belt, flying with one arm forward against a dark background in a publicity still from Superman: The Movie. — Superman Christopher Reeve in *Superman* (1978), directed by Richard Donner.

George Reeves became associated with the character of Superman through his lead role in the 1951 live-action theatrical film Superman and the Mole Men. Following this performance, he continued his portrayal of the hero in the syndicated television series Adventures of Superman, which aired from 1952 to 1958.1