Superman 2006 to carry Olympic Torch

Why they chose Superman Returns Brandon Routh is a mystery... He already has enough bad critics for not portreying the Superman we all imagine. But Sports Illustrated reports that this Superman Boy will indeed be participating in carrying the Olympic tourch.

"Americans will take part in the torch relay in Florence on Dec. 14 when Iowa native Brandon Routh, star of the upcoming "Superman Returns," hands off to New York Yankees manager Joe Torre." - Sports Illustrated.

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