Watch the video: The nicest guy in Hollywood – five interesting facts about Keanu Reeves.
Keanu Reeves is one of the most famous Hollywood stars ever.
Blockbusters like “Speed,” “Matrix” or the “John Wick” series make him an action star.
Watch the video to see a selection of curious facts about the film star.
- Before his breakthrough, Reeves used pseudonyms like “KC Reeves,” “Chuck Spadina,” and “Page Templeton III” for auditions. The reason: His first name was too exotic and put off casting agents.
- The Hollywood star’s first name translated from Hawaiian means “cool breeze that blows over the mountain.” He was named after his uncle, Henry Keanu Reeves.
- In 2000’s The Watcher, Reeves plays a serial killer – a role he never signed for. According to the Hollywood star, his friend and director Joe Charbanic forged his signature. To avoid litigation, Reeves played an uncharacteristic role. Reeves and Universal Pictures also agreed to his temporary silence – in return, Reeves’ name was downplayed in the film’s promotion.
- For the role of professional killer “John Wick,” Reeves undergoes demanding combat and weapons training. Videos of the preparations show that he is up to the role even without Hollywood tricks – the training videos are generating enthusiasm among fans on social media.
- Reeves is known for generously gifting his stunt crews. In 2003 he gave Harley Davidson motorcycles to 10 cast members of the film “The Matrix Reloaded”. He gives the stunt crew of the fourth John Wick film Rolex watches and personalized T-shirts.
“Money is the last thing on my mind. I could live on what I’ve earned so far for the next few centuries.” (Keanu Reeves vs. Chicago Tribune)
Source: Stern
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