Super Genes! Christopher Reeve's Handsome Look-Alike Son Will Joins ESPN's SportsCenter

News broke today that the 22-year-old would be on the program

By Lily Harrison Jan 28, 2015 12:36 AMTags
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ESPN is adding a few new faces to their SportsCenter lineup, and one of them may look pretty familiar.

Christopher Reeve's 22-year-old son, Will Reeve, will be doing special reports for the hit program, along with comedian Reese Waters and social media correspondent Sarina Morales.

The trio have been cast in an attempt to reach a younger demographic and will be reporting from the 16th hole at this weekend's Phoenix Open.

Will, who bears a striking resemblance to his late father with his jawline and broad shoulders, spoke to The Wrap about his new gig.

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"I'll be different from a traditional SportsCenter report, because I won't be behind a desk in a suit," he shared.

"These stories are not going to appear on air and then fade off—they are going to get an extended life digitally and on social media."

And when asked what he thought his late parents would think of the exciting news, Will answered, "Hopefully they would get a kick out of it."

He continued, "The things I am interested in and passionate about are similar to what they were. My parents definitely define who I am. My dad and I had a huge bond and shared a love of sports. I would hope they would be proud and say, 'Great job,' no matter what. Then my dad would probably tell me to straighten my tie!"