Keanu Reeves Reveals Unexpected On-Set Injury—And It’s Not What You’d Expect
Keanu Reeves, Hollywood’s beloved icon known for his humility and dedication, recently shared a surprising story about an injury he sustained while working on his latest film.
From Laughs to a Lingering Ache
On The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, Reeves gave fans a rare glimpse behind the scenes of his upcoming comedy Good Fortune. Though the film promises plenty of laughs, Keanu’s tale of how he got hurt was anything but funny.
“The Accident Got Me, Not the Other Way Around”
Colbert teased Reeves about performing some daring stunt, fitting for the star of The Matrix and John Wick. But with his signature wry smile, Keanu revealed, “No one got to me—accident got to me.”
He explained that the injury wasn’t from an explosive stunt or death-defying leap. Instead, it happened during a simple moment—walking into a dressing room after filming a chilly plunge scene alongside Aziz Ansari and Seth Rogen.
The Cold Plunge Mishap That Took Keanu Down
After finishing a chilly cold plunge scene, Keanu Reeves described doing his usual “cold shuffle” across a carpeted floor—only to have his foot catch in a loose patch. During his interview, he stood up and dramatically reenacted the moment, showing how his knee suddenly buckled.
“I spiked. Just drove it right into the ground,” he said. The force shattered his kneecap. “My patella cracked like a potato chip,” Keanu added with a mix of humor and disbelief.
Not an Action Scene—But Still No Walk in the Park
Stephen Colbert pointed out, “This wasn’t an action movie stunt, right?”
Keanu smiled, “Nope, it was comedy.” Then with a smirk, he quipped, “Comedy is hard, man.”
On the Road to Recovery — and Still Filming
Back in January, Reeves was spotted on set with crutches and an ice pack wrapped around his knee. Thankfully, he’s been making a solid recovery and continuing to work.
Good Fortune features Aziz Ansari—who’s not just starring but also writing, directing, and co-producing—alongside talents like Sandra Oh and Keke Palmer.
Fans can rest easy: Keanu’s in good spirits and still giving his all. Feel free to share this update with anyone curious about how the legendary actor is doing!