SUPERMAN: THE MOVIE Actress Margot Kidder's Death Has Been Ruled A Suicide

SUPERMAN: THE MOVIE Actress Margot Kidder's Death Has Been Ruled A Suicide

In some very sad news today, it's been confirmed that Margot Kidder actually committed suicide and her daughter has now shed some light on what exactly happened during her mother's final hours...

By JoshWilding - Aug 09, 2018 01:08 AM EST
Filed Under: Superman
Source: Associated Press
Margot Kidder's agent released a statement back in May revealing that the iconic Superman: The Movie actress had died peacefully in her sleep at home, aged 69. However, the truth has now been revealed and it's sadly a little more tragic. It's no secret that Kidder has been battling mental illness problems since a young age and she's faced a lot of issues over the years, including being homeless at one point.

A statement released by Park County coroner Richard Wood explains that Kidder's death was a result of a "self-inflicted drug and alcohol overdose" and her daughter Maggie McGuane followed that up by saying, "It’s a big relief that the truth is out there. It’s important to be open and honest so there’s not a cloud of shame in dealing with this." She went on to stress that those struggling with their mental health need to ask for help in order to avoid something like this happening to other people's families.


Kidder was obviously best known for playing Lois Lane across four Superman movies and she remained a vocal supporter of the DC Universe, appearing in two episodes of Smallville and saying she would be open to starring in a current DC TV show if given the opportunity. The actress was also vocal in praising Amy Adams' take on the character but making it clear she deserved a bigger role in Man of Steel
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Shazam
Shazam - 8/9/2018, 1:52 AM
Very sad to hear. She struggled with manic depression and paranoia for a very long time. Many do not know how the strong of the grip mental illness can be. It's a loss but a struggle only she would have known personally.
MUTO123
MUTO123 - 8/9/2018, 1:57 AM
That's really upsetting, especially considering what she'd been through in her life.
zeon00
zeon00 - 8/9/2018, 2:46 AM
The Superman curse is real because of that red underwear
lawndart
lawndart - 8/9/2018, 4:08 AM
@zeon00 - If you find yourself with red underwear, you might already be dealing with a curse.
BritishMonkey
BritishMonkey - 8/9/2018, 3:11 AM
That's a shame.
jj2112
jj2112 - 8/9/2018, 3:58 AM
She'll always be the only Lois Lane to me, as Reeve will always be Superman.
lawndart
lawndart - 8/9/2018, 4:08 AM
@jj2112 - Me too.
RolandD
RolandD - 8/9/2018, 4:24 AM
This is not a shock, nor is it a comment on her character. Bipolar Disorder carries a much higher risk for suicide than that of the general population. RIP Margot Kidder.
GeneralZod
GeneralZod - 8/9/2018, 5:33 AM
I'm sorry she was suffering so much that she decided to end it all. I wish she was still with us. RIP Margot.
VoiceofReason
VoiceofReason - 8/9/2018, 5:38 AM
Surprised no one has posted the Family Guy skit when she comes for dinner.
ArthurFleck
ArthurFleck - 8/9/2018, 1:46 PM
@VoiceofReason - this being cbm.com I'm surprised too. People around here are infamous for being tacky during inappropriate times. I'm just glad people are behaving respectfully for the time being. This is very sad news.
blitzkreg
blitzkreg - 8/9/2018, 5:58 AM
My favorite Lois. This is really sad because I have a sister also that suffer from mental illness. It is a very tough disease to fight and unfortunately some people do take their own lives. May she R.I.P .
rabid
rabid - 8/9/2018, 6:46 AM
There's no shame in doing yourself in. It's your story. Write your own ending if you want.
MrDandy
MrDandy - 8/9/2018, 8:00 AM
Awe. That's sad. RIP you are a legend in my book.
billnye69
billnye69 - 8/9/2018, 12:02 PM
Everyone has their demons and it's unfortunate that not everyone wins that fight.
Darkknight2149
Darkknight2149 - 8/9/2018, 12:07 PM
I'm sorry to hear that. RIP.
NinnesMBC
NinnesMBC - 8/9/2018, 12:39 PM
Very sad news. I hope wherever she is that she's found peace.

R.I.P. Ms. Kidder.
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