Remembering Steve Reeves: The Original Hercules of Hollywood
Steve Reeves was a prominent American actor, bodybuilder, and fitness icon, renowned for his influence in the mid-20th century. Born on January 21, 1926, in Glasgow, Montana, Reeves achieved significant fame through his role in popularizing the “sword-and-sandal” film genre, particularly with his portrayal of Hercules in the 1958 Italian film “Hercules” and its sequel.

