Keanu Reeves, the beloved and respected actor, recently shared some unfortunate news that had many people concerned. During an appearance on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, Reeves opened up about a serious injury he sustained while filming his latest project, Good Fortune. Let’s dive into the details.
An Unexpected Accident
Known for his action-packed filmography in movies such as The Matrix and the John Wick series, Reeves experienced a mishap that most wouldn’t have expected. When Stephen Colbert asked what happened, Reeves replied playfully, “No one got to me. Accident got to me.”
Contrary to what we might envision, Reeves disclosed that the incident occurred while he was walking into the dressing room. It was a simple accident that resulted in a broken kneecap. Colbert, intrigued, pressed for more details, asking if Reeves was performing some daring stunts. Reeves laughed and said, “No, Stephen, I was walking into the dressing room.”
A Comic Encounter
Reeves recounted that the injury took place while filming a comedy scene for Good Fortune. In the scene, Reeves, along with Aziz Ansari and Seth Rogen, were in a cold plunge. After finishing, Reeves began doing the “cold shuffle” on protective carpets. Unfortunately, his foot got caught, causing his knee to give way.
Reeves even demonstrated what happened, walking in front of Colbert’s desk to show how his knee had “spiked.” He humorously added, “My patella, kneecap, cracked like a potato chip. But I didn’t know that. But then once my knee was blowing up.”
From Action to Comedy
Reeves jokingly remarked, “Comedy is hard, man,” highlighting the unexpected nature of the incident. He reiterated that the film he was working on was indeed a comedy, and not an action-packed adventure like many of his previous movies. Colbert chimed in, “Welcome to my life,” sparking laughter.
Despite the injury, Reeves has made a good recovery. In January of this year, he was spotted filming while on crutches, with an ice pack on his knee. Good Fortune, directed and co-produced by Reeves himself, also stars Aziz Ansari, Sandra Oh, and Keke Palmer. It marks Ansari’s directorial debut, adding to the excitement surrounding the project.
The Resilience of Keanu Reeves
Keanu Reeves’ injury serves as a reminder of the challenges that actors face in bringing stories to life on the big screen. Even in moments of humor, accidents can occur. However, it is heartening to see Reeves bounce back and persevere through the recovery process. His resilience and dedication to his craft make him all the more admirable.
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