20082022 Whoa is (Not) Me (Singapore) :: Contact admin(at)whoaisnotme.net. (His first name, as all Reeves-ologists know, is Hawaiian for cool breeze over the mountains.) He said he had neck surgery so it can be nerve damage that hasn't healed yet. Reeves has never married, had any other children or even been reliably linked to other romantic partners since. He hands me a receipt from the concessions stand that he signed on the back. Once dismissed as an airhead by those who confused the Bill & Ted movies with reality, for the past two decades Reeves has been seen as a melancholic loner. The star reportedly runs a private charitable foundation that aims to help sick kids, but his name isn't attached to the organization. The 1999 sci-fi action film "The Matrix" is arguably one of Reeves' most iconic movies. In between his "John Wick" films, Reeves acted in a mix of indie thrillers and mainstream crime dramas, and notably had a key role in the 2019 Netflix film "Always Be My Maybe.". In John Wick: Chapter 3: We certainly didnt know when we started that it would become like, With Alex Winter in Bill & Ted. There was . So that alone isn't really reason to believe anything, because people suck and are cruel. The documentary featured interviews with the likes of James Cameron, David Fincher, and David Lynch, and was well-received upon release. But if the price of Reeves still being so recognisably Keanu-ish is him retaining a firm grip on his privacy and at least a pretence of normality, that feels like a fair trade-off. ", "'I realized you probably wanted my autograph,'" Dator remembers the star telling him. Did his father ever contact him again? That quality is precisely what has driven so many directors to cast him, often as a messiah-like figure in movies such as Little Buddha, 2005s Constantine (one of Reeves favourites), 1995s Johnny Mnemonic and, of course, The Matrix. I feel really fortunate in a way, because I knew what I wanted to do, and a lot of kids that age dont. Recently, Reeves appeared in the Netflix rom-com "Always Be My Maybe. But, as in the case of Keanu, if that very idealisation inspires fans to follow his perceived model and be kinder, more compassionate, more respectful; to read more, watch more, listen more, learn more, and to become a better person then it seems that it can only be a good thing, and I see no value in trying to tear that down. "You're all breathtaking.". When a fan yelled out, "You're breathtaking!" Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. Keanu Reeves is getting help for his drug addiction and swearing "I won't go out like my pal River". Huffington Post reports that Reeves "quietly" started a private cancer foundation in recent years, as a result of his sister Kim's 10-year battle with leukemia. From Bill & Teds excellent dude to assassin John Wick, the actor has carved out a stellar career. "It doesn't take long to get hooked on a combination like that. Did he bring his experience of bereavement to the role? After some early television work, Reeves started getting film roles, most notably in the cult 1986 teen drama Rivers Edge, followed by Bill & Ted, and from there the work never stopped. Your weekday morning guide to breaking news, cultural analysis, and everything in between, This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google. Which company could go out of business tomorrow and it Press J to jump to the feed. were already Read more: 'John Wick: Chapter 3' isn't better than the first 2 movies, but fans will still love watching Keanu Reeves take names. Still deliciously enjoyable: in 1994s Speed, with Sandra Bullock. The actor also reportedly gave much of his earnings from the "Matrix" franchise to the special effects and design teams, and even gave stuntmen working on the films their own Harley Davidson motorcycles, according to Hello Magazine. But his acting, if not his looks, has been a more debatable subject. I have heard stories about him, about the parties where he was in the 80s..seemingly he and some frineds of him, used to go out and hunt fashionmodels. I miss him. Photograph: Allstar. Save up to 50% on Pets when you shop now. (She died at the beginning of the first John Wick film, from that terrible terminal disease, Convenient Plot Device.) Is it time Harry & Meghan accept Clarkson's apology and move on? At first I thought it was nerves, but something just felt off. Actor Keanu Reeves carrying coffin at funeral on April 7, 2001 of his partner Jennifer Syme who was killed in road accident. Fans of John Wick films will see a parallel between his assassin character and his real-life experience, with John Wick also mourning lost love. And before the film ended, Keanu was in the same boat as River - hooked.". Keanu Reeves struggling with early Parkinsons? Weird, huh? Mike (Phoenix): If I had a normal family, and a good upbringing, then I would have been a well-adjusted person. Verify (Oh geez guest) (2016-09-19 10:03:16). no real friend of K's would talk to the press, not about these matters. However, things began to look up for the young Keanu Reeves fan. @Adri - Same error as before; I forgot to deal with the problem in the comments after I did so with the forums. Don't let his soft, sweet exterior fool you--he's tough, he's willful and he's no pushover. Reeves will also appear in the forthcoming "Bill & Ted" film called "Bill & Ted Face the Music. Visit INSIDER's homepage for more stories. Keanu . I'm not going to waste my life or kill myself with drugs.". Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. Claim: Keanu Reeves overcame a series of tragic events in his life, before and after becoming a wealthy movie star. Because he worries it will look like hes just doing it for show? I watched Keanu Reeves signing his name in Chinese Theater cement on YouTube and I noticed his hands were shaking a lot. Don't feed the spambot; I think they're attracted to any webpage that mentions the ill*m*n*ti. I definitely have a bit of the gypsy in me, he agrees. But he has always been a far more varied actor than the snarkers allow. Matthew Perry has issued an apology after causing intense backlash online over his comments about Keanu Reeves. Just in time for the recent release of Bill & Ted Face the Music, speculation surrounding Keanu Reevess agelessness has reemerged. In The Matrix: Reeves reportedly renegotiated his contract so the crew got a better deal, at a personal cost of millions. John Wick Although the two young Hollywood stars had known each other for years it wan't until they were teamed together in Seattle filming Idaho that they struck up such a deep friendship. After all, the most famous paparazzi photo ever taken of Reeves was of him sitting alone on a bench, eating a sandwich out of a plastic bag. She was killed in a car accident after attending a party thrown by Marilyn Manson in Los Angeles, Another Man reports. If these anonymous commenters were genuinely concerned about the victims, they wouldn't be whimsically making these posts. This dream aint so bad! he says, and gives me that full end-of-Speed smile again. Keanu Reeves, in full Keanu Charles Reeves, (born September 2, 1964, Beirut, Lebanon), Canadian actor who found his greatest success in comedy, science-fiction, and action movies. And like any Virgo, his focus has always been on working and proving himself through his work. Much like his previous films "Speed" and "The Matrix," "John Wick" and its subsequent spin-offs were sleeper hits for Reeves. Reeves' roles after "The Matrix" were an eclectic mix. The duo, who founded a publishing house together in 2017, haven't spoken publicly about the nature of their relationship, and representatives for Grant and Reeves didn't immediately respond to Insider's requests for comment. I can't find anything about it, and apparently his legs tremble occasionally (as seen in interviews) I hope the dude is alright! Syme died at the age of 28 in an automobile accident on April 2, 2001. While on the set of "Speed," Bullock said she told Reeves that she had never tried Champagne or truffles. River was a beautiful man, inside and out too beautiful for this world, it turned out. "I just wanted to give a bigger thank-you to all these guys who helped me make this," Reeves said at the time. Fame: Keanu is known for one of his biggest films The Matrix, which he played freedom fighter, Neo. Anyone in particular? I punched a hole through Jennifer Anistons dressing room wall when I found out. Syme reportedly experienced postpartum depression, and many believe that the grief the couple experienced due to the loss of their child led them to break up. But the 54-year-old actor has revealed he's struggled with becoming a household name, admitting he sometimes feels like a 'caged animal' as a result. He has also never spoken publicly about their deaths, and who can blame him? "Keanu has been running in the fast lane of young Hollywood for years and now that he's reached major movie stardom, he's determined to clean up his act and enjoy the success he's worked so hard for," says a friend of Keanu's. 247. Lionsgate Film critic Hanna Ines Flint shared on Twitter in August 2019 that during an interview Pictured here in 2003's The Matrix: Reloaded. The views expressed in the contents above are those of our users and do not necessarily reflect the views of MailOnline. 4) Keanu admitted even very early in his career that he didn't hang out with other actors, so take any gossip about him doing crazy shit in clubs with a lot of salt and plenty of skepticism. But walking around LA, no one cares pretty much.'. Reeves, however, was so eager to work with the legendary actor that he took another sizable pay cut. Bullock and Reeeves grew close on the set of "Speed," with the actor even leaving gifts for her during film, per a 1994 interview with Entertainment Weekly. Reeves also worked on "Toy Story 4," in which he voiced a Canadian daredevil toy named Duke Caboom who rides motorcycles. The actor had made a strong impression on the film's executives from the start, but the lunchtime show really sealed the deal. What is it about grief that interests him? In 2007 a paparazzo named Alison Silva sued Keanu Reeves and asked for $711,974 claiming Reeves had purposefully hit him with his Porshe in March 2007, while Silva was trying to take A good actor, period). And now others are sharing their own touching experiences with the actor. But I cant help but think of one of my favourite scenes of his, from Ron Howards 1989 ensemble comedy Parenthood, in which Reeves character muses about paternal figures: You need a licence to buy a dog, or drive a car. "I know that the ones who love us will miss us," Reeves answered honestly wowing Colbert and subsequently fans alike. Oh yeah? Reeves and his "Private Idaho" costar River Phoenix grew to be good friends after they finished filming. I know some did it for the thrill - that's why I said 'unlikely' ;) You're right about the anonymous comment. From what I can tell, while there are dubious things in his youth, he seems to have grown up since then and matured; and seems to have some kind of guilt, based on things he's said, talking about a need for redemption, or quietly claiming on a few occasions that he's not a good person. 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Reeves joined the alt-rock band Dogstar as a bassist in the early 1990s, reportedly after an encounter with drummer Robert Mailhouse in a grocery store. And just to verify the ill*m*n*ti provoker person is the instigator guest posting that number to join the freemasonry. New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast. Yeah, in the mid-90s, but I didnt reach back out, he says. Reeves followed up his role on "Hanging In" with more local theater and film productions, before moving to LA in in 1986. Case closed. After he was cast in the 1997 "The Devil's Advocate," Reeves found out that Al Pacino wasn't able to work on the project due to the film's budget. "2 minutes later there's a knock on the door behind me that leads into the box office," Dator tweeted. But at the same time, no one is perfect. At first I thought it was nerves, but something just felt off. Reeves was different, but no slouch when it came to potential trauma. He and his sister had multiple stepfathers. Shortly before we meet, Reeves was on a flight between San Francisco and Los Angeles that was grounded due to a mechanical fault. He made his 350 million dollar fortune with Speed & The Matrix. (Needless to say, footage of this quickly went viral.) The 2014 action film "John Wick" was a surprising hit for Reeves both critically and commercially, and would go on to spawn two more sequels the latest, "John Wick Chapter 3 Parabellum" was released in May. You cant kid yourself you are soulmates with someone who is building such protective walls against you. After Reeves' parents divorced in 1966, Keanu's costume-designer mother moved the family to Sydney, Australia, and then to New York City, where she married Broadway and Hollywood director Paul Aaron. Definitely. But I had a creative ambition and I did it, he says. But I guess those movies were in reaction to each other. Reeves had said in a previous interview Case closed. We are no longer accepting comments on this article. River discovered a new thrill - GBH, a drug making its way through the LA nightclub scene. Anywhere from simple nervousness to Parkinsons, I suppose. 'You feel like an animal in a cage': Hollywood star Keanu Reeves, 54, has revealed his struggle with his global fame while speaking to The Sunday Telegraph. Has this been observed on other occasions? So Im surprised when he volunteers that Wicks melancholy possibly has a connection to some of the most painful moments in his life. Im pretty private, so when that stuff doesnt stay private it is not great, he says. Tragically, the couple's daughter, Ava Archer Syme-Reeves, was stillborn in December of that year. They tend to have a sense of detachment, self-sufficiency, maybe loner tendencies and a strong sense of independence, I say. It comes after the Matrix hunk dished the details on a in the works sequel for Bill and Ted franchise, entitled Bill and Ted Face The Music. wowing Colbert and subsequently fans alike. Give it up, dear. But given that the heart of the Wick films is about him mourning a lost love, the resonance is hard to ignore. But luck was on Keanu's side and suddenly a cop appeared out of the darkness and managed to scare the attacker away. But he bristles when I mention these stories. This is not to say Keanu is perfect or a saint. How? he says, intrigued. She said this type of listening was common for Reeves. Keanu fell right into that deadly trap and when he started using again he quickly became out of control. The writer tried to get Reeves' autograph, but wasn't successful. Editors pick: best of 2019. Europe has many stories about his drugs abuse and parties. While on the set of "Parenthood," Reeves got to know costar Joaquin Phoenix, and reportedly met his younger brother River (with whom he'd star in "My Own Private Idaho" with) while on set. He doesn't know everyone loves him! The actor was reportedly about to start a career as a professional hockey player, but decided to pursue acting after an injury and a trip to New York City changed his mind. Lots of people, he says, bricking those walls right back up. As a testament to the success of the franchise, there are more celebrity co-stars, including Halle Berry, and despite the naysayers when it comes to Reeves acting, he is terrific as a man still mourning the death of his wife. But theyll let any butt-reaming asshole be a father.. ", Reeves shared in an interview that he decided to become an actor at the age of 17 or 18, even though he appeared in a summer camp production of "Damn Yankees" when he was nine. It always seems to be the really talented guys who go down, Perry writes. "He's incredibly generous. Reeves would also go on to star in several period dramas around the same time as "Point Break," including "Much Ado About Nothing" and "Bram Stoker's Dracula," directed by Francis Ford Coppola. It quickly becomes clear that polite firmness is Reeves modus operandi when it comes to nosy questions: he will give the impression of being up for answering anything while, in fact, saying very little, or nothing at all. Jennifer Maria Syme (December 7, 1972 April 2, 2001) was an American actress, personal assistant and record company executive. And now others are sharing their own touching experiences with the actor. With his sister Kim, the family moved around the world, from Australia to Manhattan, before finally settling in Toronto when Reeves was six. The actor shared in the same interview that he was "happy for a while" at the performing arts school, but then got expelled because he was "just a little too rambunctious.". 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