Keanu Reeves Shares Why He Thinks About Death “All the Time”

Keanu Reeves Shares Why He Thinks About Death "All the Time"

As a dedicated fan of Keanu Reeves, I have always been captivated by his unique perspective on life and his deep introspection, especially when it comes to the inevitable concept of death. His recent interviews discussing this topic only serve to further solidify my admiration for him as an artist and a human being.


Keanu Reeves always has an eye towards the future.

More recently, the Matrix actor has expressed that he’s coming to terms with the concept of mortality as he enters older age.

Keanu shared with BBC News during an interview on July 22 that he being 59 years old makes him frequently contemplate the concept of death.

And while he joked that he’s “young old,” he believes that “thinking about death is good.”

He added, “I hope it makes us more mindful of the breath we take for granted and the valuable connections we can build.”

Indeed, in his latest novel, “The Book of Elsewhere,” the actor known for his role as Speed delves deeper into the theme of mortality. This work tells the story of an immortal warrior longing for the release of death.

I’ve had the pleasure of observing Keanu Reeves’ thoughtful reflections on death throughout his career. It wasn’t the first time he pondered this profound question during a 2019 interview on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert. When the host asked him, “Keanu, what do you believe happens when we die?”, the actor shared some deep insights based on his life experiences and philosophical musings.

The former John Wick cast member paused for a moment before answering thoughtfully, “Those who care for us will feel our absence.”

After Stephen and the crowd were taken aback by the unexpected answer, Stephen murmured “Wow” in awe before extending his hand to shake hands with Keanu.

Keanu Reeves Shares Why He Thinks About Death "All the Time"

I can’t help but be in awe of him, and it’s not only his fans who feel inspired by him. His long-term partner, Alexandra Grant, shares the same sentiment.

“He’s so creative,” she told People in September, “he’s so kind. He works so hard.”

And that creativity adds to the painter and sculptor’s relationship with him.

The artist, who is 51 years old, explained that his creative process is more of a personal endeavor where he interprets a text into a painting or object in the privacy of his studio. In public, however, he transforms this interpretation into a performance. There’s a connection between us as we are both deeply invested in reading and researching, and caring about people and their stories.

As an obsessed fan, I can’t help but be in awe of the extraordinary dynamic between Keanu and the artist. What truly captivates me is how they consistently challenge and inspire one another to forge new paths.

As she put it, “Seeing the other person’s problem-solving is inspiring.”

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2024-07-24 03:17