Will Reeve’s experiences seem almost surreal. Yet, the 32-year-old reporter for ABC News and “Good Morning America” manages to navigate through this heavy burden.

“I was born to a well-known father who became paralyzed and spent his life in a wheelchair until he passed away. Shortly after, my mom, also a public figure, was diagnosed with lung cancer without ever having smoked, and she died by the time I was just 13,” explains Reeve. “That’s not typical.”

He refers to his father, the iconic “Superman” actor Christopher Reeve, and his mother Dana, whose extraordinary lives are depicted in the new documentary “Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story,” which opens in select theaters Saturday, with a special encore on Christopher Reeve’s birthday, Sept. 25.

Despite Christopher Reeve’s paralyzing horse riding accident in 1995, he and Dana became passionate advocates for those with disabilities. Christopher passed away in 2004 at 52, leaving Will and his two older siblings, Matthew, now 44, and Alexandra, 40, from a decade-long relationship with British modeling executive Gae Exton.

Just two years later, Dana was preparing to return to her singing career when a persistent cough interrupted her practice. It turned out to be Stage 4 lung cancer; she passed away in 2006 at the age of 44. Will, now a teenager, moved in with neighbors who quickly took on a parental role.

Reeve admits there are times when anger surfaces. However, he largely focuses on gratitude.

“In the short time I had with both my parents, they raised me in a loving and down-to-earth way, which helps me maintain a balanced perspective on life,” he shares in a video call, beaming a smile that strikingly resembles his father.

‘Super/Man’ documentary enriches with fond memories and famous friendships

In “Super/Man,” the older Reeve siblings share many memories of their sporty and competitive father challenging them in sports like hockey and skiing. However, Will’s memories are mostly tied to seeing that version of his father only on film, in his iconic role as Superman.

This has made him particularly close to his mother, who balanced caring for Christopher with supporting Will’s social and sports activities. Then, unexpectedly, she was gone.

“Sometimes I handle my feelings well, and other times, I resort to less savory words,” Will admits.

Reeve, alongside his siblings, has participated in numerous interviews for “Super/Man,” which initially created buzz at the Sundance Film Festival earlier this year. Is revisiting such painful memories challenging for him?

“Discussing my parents allows me to carry their memories with me,” he shares. “I’m incredibly proud to be their son and a member of this family. This opportunity to reintroduce my parents to those who admired them, and to present their legacy to a new audience, is truly a privilege. We need heroes now more than ever.”

While Reeve doesn’t claim to have all the answers for those facing tragedy, he firmly believes that healing is possible after loss.

“The five stages of grief are real, from denial to acceptance, but I believe in a sixth stage: healing. We can all achieve it,” he states. “Grief may be permanent, but healing is attainable. It’s a principle I hold onto. I strive to honor my parents by how I lead my life and how I treat others.”

Will Reeve discusses his Emmy red carpet experience and his father’s thoughts

Reeve’s character toward others is currently on full display. After completing his studies at Middlebury College and taking an internship at “GMA,” he, like his dad, who had an excitement for sports, spent time at ESPN’s SportsCenter before becoming part of ABC in 2018. Additionally, he serves on the board of directors for the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation with his siblings, which is dedicated to advocating for disability rights and advancing research.

“I truly enjoy my job; it combines everything I love: engaging with people, crafting stories, and traveling,” he shares, reflecting on his recent role interviewing celebrities on the red carpet at last weekend’s Emmy Awards. It’s easy to believe that his parents would be proud of him.

“They would have been proud, but they would have also poked fun at me,” Reeve admits. “My dad was familiar with the red carpet, but he never put much emphasis on fame; he wasn’t a typical Hollywood figure. So, he would have appreciated me doing well rather than seeing me as part of some glamorous occasion.”

One memorable Hollywood evening that highlighted his father was captured in “Super/Man.” This was when the former Superman made a significant appearance at the 1996 Oscars, rolling onto the stage in his wheelchair just a year following his accident. He received an emotional standing ovation from moved attendees, representing not the strength of a superhero, but the resilience of the human spirit.

For Reeve, those significant events remain beyond mere historical moments. They are everlasting.

“My parents may no longer be here,” he reflects, “but they will always be remembered.”