History of Keanu Reeves in Timeline
Keanu Reeves is a celebrated Canadian actor and musician with a career spanning four decades. Known for leading roles in action films, an amiable public image, and philanthropic work, Reeves has garnered numerous accolades. The New York Times ranked him as the fourth-greatest actor of the 21st century in 2020, and Time magazine recognized him as one of the 100 most influential people in the world in 2022.
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September 2, 1964: Keanu Reeves' Birth
On September 2, 1964, Keanu Charles Reeves was born. He is a Canadian actor and musician known for his action film roles, public image, and philanthropy.
1966: Parents' Divorce
In 1966, Keanu Reeves' parents divorced, leading his mother to move the family to Sydney.
1970: Mother's Marriage to Paul Aaron
In 1970, Keanu Reeves' mother married Paul Aaron, a Broadway and Hollywood director, and moved to New York City.
1971: Move to Toronto and Divorce
In 1971, Keanu Reeves moved with his mother and stepfather, Paul Aaron, to Toronto, where his mother and stepfather subsequently divorced.
1974: Filming of Death Game
The movie Death Game, of which the Keanu Reeves movie Knock Knock released in 2015 was a remake, was originally filmed in 1974 and released in 1977.
1976: Mother's Marriage to Robert Miller
In 1976, Keanu Reeves' mother married Robert Miller, a rock music promoter.
1977: Original Release of Death Game
The original movie Death Game, which Keanu Reeves' movie Knock Knock released in 2015 was a remake of, was originally released in 1977, after being filmed in 1974.
1980: Mother's Divorce from Robert Miller
In 1980, Keanu Reeves' mother divorced Robert Miller, marking another change in his family life.
1981: Murder Case Inspiration for River's Edge
In 1981, the murder of Marcy Renee Conrad served as the loose inspiration for the crime drama River's Edge, in which Keanu Reeves was later cast.
1983: Coca-Cola Commercial and Short Film Appearance
In 1983, Keanu Reeves appeared in a Coca-Cola commercial and in the National Film Board of Canada (NFB) short film One Step Away.
1984: Acting Debut in Hangin' In
In 1984, Keanu Reeves made his acting debut in the Canadian television series Hangin' In, marking the start of his on-screen career.
1984: Correspondent for CBC and Acting Debut in Hangin' In
In 1984, Keanu Reeves was a correspondent for the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC) youth television program Going Great and made his acting debut in an episode of the television series Hangin' In.
1985: Role in Romeo and Juliet
In 1985, Keanu Reeves played Mercutio in a stage production of Romeo and Juliet at the Leah Posluns Theatre in North York, Ontario.
1985: Keanu Reeves's film career began
In 1985, Keanu Reeves started his prolific film career.
1986: Television Films and Motion Picture Appearances
In 1986, Keanu Reeves appeared in television films such as Babes in Toyland, Act of Vengeance and Brotherhood of Justice, and made his motion picture appearances in Youngblood and Flying.
1986: Feature Film Debut in Youngblood
In 1986, Keanu Reeves made his feature-film debut in Youngblood, starting his journey in the film industry.
1987: Release of River's Edge
In 1987, River's Edge was released, becoming one of Keanu Reeves's most acclaimed films, according to Rotten Tomatoes.
1988: Starring in Teen Dramas and Dangerous Liaisons
In 1988, Keanu Reeves starred in several teen dramas including The Night Before, The Prince of Pennsylvania, and Permanent Record, and had a supporting role in Dangerous Liaisons.
1989: Release of Bill and Ted's Excellent Adventure
In 1989, Bill and Ted's Excellent Adventure was released, becoming one of Keanu Reeves's most acclaimed films, according to Rotten Tomatoes.
1989: Breakthrough Role in Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure
In 1989, Keanu Reeves had his breakthrough role in the science-fiction comedy Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure, gaining wider recognition.
1989: Starring in Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure
In 1989, Keanu Reeves portrayed a slacker who travels through time in Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure, which was generally well-received.
1989: Starring in Parenthood
In 1989, Keanu Reeves starred in the comedy-drama Parenthood directed by Ron Howard.
1990: Roles in I Love You to Death, Tune in Tomorrow, and Paula Abdul's Music Video
In 1990, Keanu Reeves portrayed an incompetent hitman in I Love You to Death, played a radio station employee in Tune in Tomorrow, and appeared in Paula Abdul's music video for Rush Rush.
September 29, 1991: US Theatrical Release of My Own Private Idaho
On September 29, 1991, My Own Private Idaho, starring Keanu Reeves, had its theatrical release in the United States. The film follows characters embarking on a journey of personal discovery.
1991: Formation of Dogstar
In 1991, Keanu Reeves developed an interest in a music career and formed an alternative rock band called Dogstar, where he played bass guitar.
1991: Roles in Bill & Ted's Bogus Journey, My Own Private Idaho, and Point Break
In 1991, Keanu Reeves starred in Bill & Ted's Bogus Journey, gained praise for his role in My Own Private Idaho, and established himself as an action hero in Point Break, marking a versatile year in his career.
1991: Starring in Point Break and Surfing Lessons
In 1991, Keanu Reeves starred in the action thriller Point Break, playing an undercover FBI agent. To prepare for the role, he took surfing lessons with professional surfer Dennis Jarvis in Hawaii.
1991: Release of My Own Private Idaho
In 1991, My Own Private Idaho was released, becoming one of Keanu Reeves's most acclaimed films, according to Rotten Tomatoes.
1992: MTV Movie Award for Most Desirable Male
In 1992, Keanu Reeves won the Most Desirable Male award at the MTV Movie Awards for his role in Point Break.
1993: Roles in Much Ado About Nothing, Even Cowgirls Get the Blues, and Little Buddha
In 1993, Keanu Reeves starred in Much Ado About Nothing, Even Cowgirls Get the Blues, and Little Buddha, receiving mixed reviews for his performances.
1993: Release of Much Ado About Nothing
In 1993, Much Ado About Nothing was released, becoming one of Keanu Reeves's most acclaimed films, according to Rotten Tomatoes.
1994: Leading Role in Speed
In 1994, Keanu Reeves played a leading role in the action film Speed, solidifying his status as an action star.
1994: Starring in Speed and River Phoenix's Death
In 1994, Keanu Reeves starred in the action thriller Speed, which was a critical and commercial success. During production, his friend River Phoenix passed away, leading to adjustments in the filming schedule.
1994: People names Keanu Reeves Sexiest Man Alive retroactively.
In November 2015, People retroactively named Keanu Reeves 1994's Sexiest Man Alive.
1995: Appearance in A Walk in the Clouds
In 1995, Keanu Reeves appeared in the romantic drama "A Walk in the Clouds", which received mixed to negative reviews. He played a young soldier returning from World War II.
1995: Playing Prince Hamlet
In 1995, Keanu Reeves played Prince Hamlet in a Manitoba Theatre Centre production of Hamlet in Winnipeg, Manitoba. His performance was well-received by some critics.
1995: Leading role in Johnny Mnemonic
In 1995, Keanu Reeves played the lead role in the cyberpunk action thriller "Johnny Mnemonic". The film received negative reviews, and critics felt he was miscast. A CD-ROM video game was released as part of the film's marketing efforts.
1995: Academy Awards for Speed
In 1995, the film Speed, starring Keanu Reeves, won two Academy Awards: Best Sound Editing and Best Sound.
1996: Starring in Chain Reaction
In 1996, Keanu Reeves starred in the science fiction film "Chain Reaction", which received mostly negative reviews. He played a researcher framed for murder. Also in 1996, he turned down an offer to star in "Speed 2: Cruise Control".
1997: Touring with Dogstar and starring in The Last Time I Committed Suicide
In 1997, Keanu Reeves toured with his band Dogstar and appeared in the drama "The Last Time I Committed Suicide". He also starred in the supernatural horror "The Devil's Advocate", agreeing to a pay cut to hire Al Pacino.
1997: Performance in The Devil's Advocate
In 1997, Keanu Reeves's performance in the horror film The Devil's Advocate was well received, marking a positive turn after box-office disappointments.
1998: Meeting Jennifer Syme
In 1998, Keanu Reeves met Jennifer Syme, director David Lynch's assistant, at a party for his band Dogstar, and they began dating.
December 24, 1999: Syme gives birth to stillborn child
On December 24, 1999, Jennifer Syme, Keanu Reeves's girlfriend, gave birth eight months into her pregnancy to the couple's child, who was stillborn.
1999: Role as Neo in The Matrix
In 1999, Keanu Reeves achieved greater stardom with his role as Neo in The Matrix, a significant milestone in his career.
2000: Starring in The Replacements and The Watcher
In 2000, after the success of The Matrix, Keanu Reeves starred in "The Replacements", a sports comedy. Against his wishes, he also starred in the thriller "The Watcher". That year, he had a supporting role in Sam Raimi's thriller, "The Gift".
April 2, 2001: Death of Jennifer Syme
On April 2, 2001, Jennifer Syme, Keanu Reeves's girlfriend, died after her vehicle collided with parked cars in Los Angeles. Syme was under the influence and not wearing a seatbelt. Reeves and Syme had reconciled after a previous breakup.
2001: Forbes Celebrity 100 list
In 2001, Keanu Reeves appeared on Forbes' annual Celebrity 100 list at number 36.
2001: Roles in Sweet November and Hardball
In 2001, Keanu Reeves starred in the romantic drama "Sweet November", his second collaboration with Charlize Theron, which received a negative reception. He also starred in the sports comedy "Hardball", based on the book by Daniel Coyle.
2002: Forbes Celebrity 100 list
In 2002, Keanu Reeves appeared on Forbes' annual Celebrity 100 list at number 49.
2002: Dogstar Disbanded
In 2002, Keanu Reeves's band Dogstar disbanded after releasing two albums: Our Little Visionary in 1996 and Happy Ending in 2000.
2003: Highest Paid Actor for The Matrix Sequels
In 2003, Keanu Reeves became the highest paid actor for a single production for reprising his role as Neo in The Matrix sequels Reloaded and Revolutions.
2003: Releases of The Matrix Revolutions and Something's Gotta Give
In 2003, Keanu Reeves starred in "The Matrix Revolutions", which received mixed reviews. Also in 2003, he co-starred in the romantic comedy "Something's Gotta Give", which received generally favorable reviews.
2003: Gifting Harley-Davidson motorcycles to the stunt team
In 2003, as a wrap gift for the twelve-person stunt team of The Matrix Reloaded, Keanu Reeves purchased Harley-Davidson motorcycles for each of the members, expressing his gratitude for their contribution to the film.
2005: Played John Constantine in Constantine
In 2005, Keanu Reeves played John Constantine in the film Constantine, adding another notable role to his filmography.
2005: Starring in Constantine and Thumbsucker
In 2005, Keanu Reeves played the title role in "Constantine", which was a box office hit but received mixed reviews. He also appeared in "Thumbsucker", which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival and garnered positive reviews.
2005: Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame
In 2005, Keanu Reeves received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame for his contributions to the motion picture industry.
2005: Called Hollywood's ultimate introvert
In a 2005 article for Time magazine, Lev Grossman called Keanu Reeves "Hollywood's ultimate introvert".
2006: Roles in A Scanner Darkly and The Lake House
In 2006, Keanu Reeves appeared in "A Scanner Darkly", which premiered at the Cannes Film Festival and received generally favorable reviews. He also starred in "The Lake House" with Sandra Bullock, which was a box office success but received critical reviews. Towards the end of 2006, he co-narrated "The Great Warming".
2008: Starring in Street Kings
In 2008, Keanu Reeves starred in "Street Kings", which grossed a moderate $66 million worldwide but received mostly unenthusiastic reviews.
2009: Meeting Alexandra Grant
In 2009, Keanu Reeves met Alexandra Grant at a dinner party. They went on to collaborate on two books together.
2009: Release of The Private Lives of Pippa Lee
In 2009, The Private Lives of Pippa Lee was released, which premiered at the 59th Berlin International Film Festival. The romantic comedy and its ensemble received an amicable review.
2010: Starring in Henry's Crime
In 2010, Keanu Reeves starred in the romantic comedy, Henry's Crime, about a man released from prison for a crime he did not commit, who then targets the same bank with his former cellmate. The film was not a box office hit.
2010: "Sad Keanu" internet meme
In 2010, an image of Keanu Reeves sitting on a park bench with a sad facial expression became an internet meme after photographs of him were published on the 4chan discussion board. The images were distributed widely, leading to the "Sad Keanu" meme. An unofficial holiday was created when a Facebook fan page declared June 15 as "Cheer-up Keanu Day".
2011: Publication of Ode to Happiness
In 2011, Keanu Reeves' only work was the release of an adult picture book titled Ode to Happiness, which he wrote and was complemented by Alexandra Grant's illustrations.
2011: Co-founding ARCH Motorcycle Company
In 2011, Keanu Reeves, an avid motorcyclist, co-founded ARCH Motorcycle Company with Gard Hollinger. The company builds and sells custom motorcycles.
2012: Co-production and appearance in Side by Side
In 2012, Keanu Reeves co-produced and appeared in the documentary Side by Side, where he interviewed filmmakers about digital and photochemical film creation. Also in 2012, Reeves starred in Generation Um..., an independent drama which was critically panned.
2013: Directorial Debut with Man of Tai Chi and Role in 47 Ronin
In 2013, Keanu Reeves made his directorial debut with the martial arts film Man of Tai Chi. Also in 2013, he played Kai in the 3D fantasy 47 Ronin. Both movies had varying degrees of success, with Man of Tai Chi being a commercial disappointment and 47 Ronin being a box office flop.
2013: Directorial Debut with Man of Tai Chi
In 2013, Keanu Reeves made his film directorial debut with Man of Tai Chi, expanding his role in the film industry.
2014: Release of John Wick
In 2014, John Wick was released, becoming one of Keanu Reeves's most acclaimed and highest-grossing films, according to Rotten Tomatoes.
2014: Career Comeback with John Wick
In 2014, Keanu Reeves experienced a career comeback playing the title role in the action thriller John Wick. The film was released on October 24 in the United States and proved to be a box office success.
November 2015: People names Keanu Reeves Sexiest Man Alive retroactively.
In November 2015, People retroactively named Keanu Reeves 1994's Sexiest Man Alive.
2015: Star Wars #1 Record Sales
BRZRKR issue #1 had record sales in March 2021 that had not been seen since Star Wars #1 in 2015.
2015: Starring in Knock Knock and Narrating Documentaries
In 2015, Keanu Reeves starred in the horror feature Knock Knock, a remake of Death Game (1977, filmed 1974). He also narrated the documentaries Deep Web and Mifune: The Last Samurai.
2015: Coppola's Retrospective Interview on Dracula
In 2015, director Francis Ford Coppola gave a retrospective interview, reflecting on Keanu Reeves's performance in Bram Stoker's Dracula, noting Reeves's hard work but acknowledging its stilted outcome.
2016: Film Releases in 2016
In 2016, Keanu Reeves appeared in five film releases including Exposed, Keanu, The Neon Demon, The Bad Batch, and The Whole Truth. He also appeared in the web television series, Swedish Dicks.
2016: Earnings from The Matrix franchise
In 2016, The Hollywood Reporter calculated that Keanu Reeves had earned $250 million for The Matrix franchise, making him one of the highest-paid actors.
2017: Release of John Wick: Chapter 2
In 2017, John Wick: Chapter 2 was released, becoming one of Keanu Reeves's most acclaimed and highest-grossing films, according to Rotten Tomatoes.
2017: Release of John Wick: Chapter 2 and To the Bone
In 2017, Keanu Reeves reprised his role in John Wick: Chapter 2, which was a critical and commercial success. In 2017, he also starred in To the Bone, a drama about a young woman with anorexia, which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival and was distributed on Netflix.
2017: Founding X Artists' Books
In 2017, Keanu Reeves, Jessica Fleischmann, and Alexandra Grant founded a book publisher, X Artists' Books (also known as XAB).
2017: Meme about Reeves' immortality gains prominence
In 2017, a meme asserting that Reeves is secretly immortal gained media prominence when Jimmy Fallon asked Reeves about it on The Tonight Show. The meme suggests Reeves has lived throughout the last millennia under different identities.
2018: Starring in Destination Wedding, Siberia, and Replicas
In 2018, Keanu Reeves reunited with Winona Ryder in the comedy Destination Wedding. In 2018, Reeves also co-produced and starred in two thrillers, Siberia and Replicas. These films had varying levels of success.
March 2019: United Airlines flight incident
In March 2019, Keanu Reeves went viral after his United Airlines flight to Burbank, California was grounded in Bakersfield. He took initiative in arranging alternate travel plans, boarded a travel van with the other passengers, read fun facts about Bakersfield from his phone, and played 1950s American country music for them.
July 2019: Signing "You're Breathtaking" banner
In July 2019, while filming Bill & Ted Face the Music, Keanu Reeves signed a "You're Breathtaking" banner for a family, referencing a meme from his appearance at the Electronic Entertainment Expo 2019 for the game Cyberpunk 2077.
November 2019: Public Announcement of Relationship with Alexandra Grant
In November 2019, Keanu Reeves and Alexandra Grant publicly announced their relationship.
2019: Releases of John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum and Toy Story 4
In 2019, John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum and Toy Story 4 were released, becoming one of Keanu Reeves's most acclaimed and highest-grossing films, according to Rotten Tomatoes. He was also nominated twice for a People's Choice Award for his performance in John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum.
2019: Releases and Appearances in 2019
In 2019, Keanu Reeves starred in John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum, voiced Duke Caboom in Toy Story 4, played himself in Always Be My Maybe, and began producing the Netflix series Conquest in São Paulo. Also in 2019, a film festival called KeanuCon was held in Glasgow, Scotland, in his honor on April 27 and 28.
2019: Voiced Duke Caboom in Toy Story 4
In 2019, Keanu Reeves voiced Duke Caboom in Toy Story 4, adding to his diverse range of roles.
2019: Dubbed "Internet's boyfriend"
In 2019, Keanu Reeves was dubbed the "Internet's boyfriend" due to his casual persona and ability to establish rapport with the public. Vox cited Reeves's unorthodox filmography and appeal to nerd culture as primary reasons for his internet popularity.
June 2020: Volunteering for Camp Rainbow Gold
In June 2020, Keanu Reeves volunteered for Camp Rainbow Gold, an Idaho children's cancer charity.
2020: Release of Bill & Ted Face the Music
In 2020, Bill & Ted Face the Music, the third film in the franchise was released. Keanu Reeves also appeared in The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge on the Run as a tumbleweed named Sage.
2020: Portrayed Johnny Silverhand in Cyberpunk 2077 and Reprised Roles in Bill & Ted Face the Music
In 2020, Keanu Reeves portrayed Johnny Silverhand in the video game Cyberpunk 2077, and reprised his role as Ted in Bill & Ted Face the Music, marking a busy year.
2020: Ranked as Fourth-Greatest Actor of the 21st Century
In 2020, The New York Times ranked Keanu Reeves as the fourth-greatest actor of the 21st century, recognizing his significant contributions to film.
2020: Ranked on New York Times Greatest Actors list
In 2020, The New York Times ranked Keanu Reeves at number four on its list of the 25 Greatest Actors of the 21st Century.
March 2021: Publication of BRZRKR Comic Book Series
In March 2021, the comic book series BRZRKR, co-written by Keanu Reeves, was first published. Issue #1 sold over 615,000 copies.
September 2021: Tae Kwon Do Life Magazine Deems Reeves #1 Martial Arts Movie Star
In September 2021, Tae Kwon Do Life Magazine deemed Keanu Reeves the "#1 Martial Arts movie star in the world" based upon his multiple films in the genre, their popularity, and box office success.
December 2021: Release of The Matrix Resurrections
In December 2021, Keanu Reeves returned to the screen for the fourth film in The Matrix franchise: The Matrix Resurrections. Carrie-Anne Moss also reprised her role as Trinity.
2021: Launch of BRZRKR Comic Book Franchise
In 2021, Keanu Reeves co-wrote and created the BRZRKR franchise, starting with the original comic book, marking his venture into comic book creation.
2021: Reprised Role as Neo in The Matrix: Resurrections
In 2021, Keanu Reeves reprised his role as Neo in The Matrix: Resurrections, continuing his involvement in the iconic series.
August 2022: Attending a fan's wedding
In August 2022, Keanu Reeves went viral for attending a fan's wedding in Northamptonshire, United Kingdom, after chatting with the couple at a bar and congratulating them. He participated in a photoshoot with the family.
2022: Controversy over Tibet House benefit concert
In 2022, Keanu Reeves's recitation of the Beat poem "Pull My Daisy" for a virtual benefit concert for Tibet House US, stirred a negative reaction from "jingoistic" crowds on Chinese social media. As a result, Reeves's films have been banned from streaming platforms in China.
2022: Named One of Time's 100 Most Influential People
In 2022, Time magazine named Keanu Reeves one of the 100 most influential people in the world, acknowledging his impact and influence.
2022: Keanu Reeves Named One of Time's 100 Most Influential People
In 2022, Time magazine named Keanu Reeves one of the 100 most influential people in the world.
March 2023: Auction for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
In March 2023, after filming John Wick: Chapter 4, Keanu Reeves, Chad Stahelski and Brazilian jiu-jitsu instructor Dave Camarillo, signed an exclusive training uniform that was put up for auction to raise money for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
March 24, 2023: Premiere of John Wick: Chapter 4
On March 24, 2023, John Wick: Chapter 4 premiered, with Keanu Reeves reprising his role as the title character, garnering critical acclaim.
October 2023: Playing catch with a young fan
In October 2023, Keanu Reeves played catch with a young fan named Elijah before a Dogstar concert in Houston, gaining media attention. The boy called it "the top moment" of his life.
October 2023: Conclusion of BRZRKR Comic Book Series
In October 2023, the comic book series BRZRKR, co-written by Keanu Reeves, concluded its publication with the release of the third volume.
2023: Dogstar's Album Release, Tour, and Other Appearances in 2023
In 2023, Dogstar released a new album, Somewhere Between the Power Lines and Palm Trees, and embarked on a 25-date tour. Also in 2023, Boom! Studios published the first issue of BRZRKR: Bloodlines. Keanu Reeves appeared on Ride with Norman Reedus and hosted Brawn: The Impossible Formula 1 Story documentary series.
2023: Laurence Fishburne's remarks on Reeves
In 2023, Keanu Reeves's frequent collaborator Laurence Fishburne remarked on him, "He's kinder, yeah. He's much kinder than people say he is. He's a very gentle, highly intelligent man. Really thoughtful and gifted and incredibly patient. Yeah, he has a lot of grace, Keanu."
2023: Album Release with Dogstar and Comic Book Spin-offs
In 2023, Keanu Reeves, as a member of the band Dogstar, released the album Somewhere Between the Power Lines and Palm Trees, and continued expanding the BRZRKR franchise, including The Book of Elsewhere.
2023: Naming of Keanumycin
In 2023, the lipopeptide keanumycin, a substance deadly to fungi, was named in honor of Keanu Reeves.
2023: Website Dedicated to Keanu Reeves' "Whoa" Moments
In 2023, web developer Avi Mamenko created a website dedicated to chronicling every time Keanu Reeves has said "whoa" in his films, created to honor him.
April 2024: Casting as Shadow the Hedgehog
In April 2024, Keanu Reeves was cast as the voice of Shadow the Hedgehog in the third installment of the Sonic the Hedgehog film series, Sonic the Hedgehog 3.
May 2024: Netflix wins Conquest series litigation
By the end of May 2024, Netflix won litigation over the rights to the Reeves-produced Conquest series, with the footage reverting to their ownership alongside being reimbursed for $8.78 million worth of creator Carl Erik Rinsch's misused production money.
August 21, 2024: Release of "The Lost Book of B"
On August 21, 2024, another BRZRKR Bloodlines spin-off, titled "The Lost Book of B", was released.
December 20, 2024: Release of "Sonic the Hedgehog 3"
On December 20, 2024, the third installment of the Sonic the Hedgehog film series, Sonic the Hedgehog 3, was released, featuring Keanu Reeves as the voice of Shadow the Hedgehog.
2024: Thoughts about mortality
In 2024, Keanu Reeves shared his thoughts on mortality, emphasizing the importance of appreciating life and relationships. He said, "I'm thinking about death all the time. That's a good thing. Hopefully it's not crippling, but hopefully it's sensitised [us] to an appreciation of the breath we have, and the relationships that we have the potential to have."
2024: Charity auction with Windsor Spitfires
In 2024, Keanu Reeves signed a one-day contract with the Windsor Spitfires, and signed items which were auctioned off to benefit the Canadian Mental Health Association of Windsor-Essex.
2024: Voiced Shadow the Hedgehog in Sonic the Hedgehog 3
In 2024, Keanu Reeves voiced Shadow the Hedgehog in Sonic the Hedgehog 3, further expanding his voice acting roles.
2024: Awards and Recognition in 2024
In 2024, Keanu Reeves was honored on Gold House's Most Impactful Asians A100 list and was presented with the Inkpot Award for Lifetime Contributions to Movies, TV, Comics, and Books at San Diego Comic-Con.
2024: Hiroyuki Sanada's comments on Reeves's work ethic
In a 2024 interview with People magazine, Hiroyuki Sanada said, "He [is] so humble, very kind to others but very hard on himself".
January 2025: Uncredited role in Severance
In January 2025, Keanu Reeves had an uncredited role voicing a stop-motion Lumon building in the second season of the television series Severance.
2025: Upcoming roles and projects in 2025
In 2025, Keanu Reeves is scheduled to star alongside Seth Rogen and Aziz Ansari in the latter's directorial debut, Good Fortune. He will also star in Jonah Hill's upcoming black comedy film Outcome on Apple TV+. Reeves is set to reprise his role in the 2025 series spin-off film From the World of John Wick: Ballerina, and star in Ruben Östlund's satire film The Entertainment System Is Down. Additionally, Reeves will co-produce a documentary film about the life of Benny Urquidez and make his Broadway debut in the fall of 2025 in a production of Waiting for Godot directed by Jamie Lloyd.
2077: Role in Cyberpunk 2077
In 2077, Keanu Reeves portrayed Johnny Silverhand in the video game Cyberpunk 2077, adding to his diverse range of roles.
2077: Cyberpunk 2077 Video Game Release
Keanu Reeves appears as Johnny Silverhand in the video game Cyberpunk 2077 which was released in 2077.
2077: Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty Expansion Release
Keanu Reeves reprised his role as Johnny Silverhand in the Cyberpunk 2077 expansion, Phantom Liberty in 2077.
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