Jeremy Renner on How His Near-Death Experience Changed His Outlook on Life (Extended)

Jeremy Renner talks about the accident that ended with him being on life support for multiple days, how it changed his perspective on life and the recovery process that helped him be able to film Season 3 of Mayor of Kingstown.


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Jeremy Renner on How His Near-Death Experience Changed His Outlook on Life (Extended)

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[anthonysmz]

"I'll never have a bad day again, it's impossible, there's that gift." Crazy quote and his story is fuel for everyone to live for the day.

[fettfan]

The fact that this dude lived through something so horrific and came away a more positive human is an incredible thing.

[ScarlettJ]

Seeing Jeremy Renner happy and much more healthy after his accident, I appreciate him sharing his journey with us on his recovery

[ManicmAlice]

The man didn't just portray a superhero on the screen, he IS a superhero!
So glad you're still with us, Jeremy! 💜

[willienelsongonzalez]

To be clear, those horrific injuries could have easily ended Jeremy Renner’s life. The fact he is alive and kicking is beyond belief. Thanks to the doctors, nurses, physios, his family, friends and Jeremy keeping focused on his recovery! God bless you Jeremy!

[CarlosSolis-dweg]

Turns out HE IS the strongest Avenger 🥲

[RasmanZ]

I can hear the PTSD in his voice. I didn't think it was possible to have more respect for Jeremy. I was wrong.

[k.mccandies]

Hats off 👏🏾 to the first responders, doctors and nurses that hepled to put him back together. He looks great! Can't even tell that he almost died. Thank you Jeremy Renner for being so strong and not giving up, you are a true inspiration and great actor!!!

[shaneh]

"45 min on the Ice" sounds like a great title for a book that I'm sure would inspire so many people. Just this clip is overwhelming with emotion and inspirational... God bless 🙏🏻

[lonwolf]

Most of the bad days in Jeremy’s life ahead wouldn’t beat what he went through on that day. Glad to see him back.

[elizabethwillars]

Jeremy Renner. True life superhero! Proud to say, my work family (CareFlight/Remsa) was on site to help him keep breathing, and air lift him to the trauma center, but really, it all came down to Jeremy STRONG. Bless you to all his friends and family, my colleagues and the medical professionals that made him whole again. He’s a treasure.

[artpro]

Wow, so glad to see Jeremy Renner doing so well after his accident. Amazing the positivity he has after such a trauma and his outlook on life.

[Shea]

Jeremy Renner is my Hero, & inspiration!! The exact same day he almost lost his life, so did I. Of course our situations were different. Anyway, I’m Thankful We’re both still here!! He inspires me NOT to give up, even on the hard days!! WE GOT THIS!! We’re both, Beautiful, Brave, & Strong WARRIORS!! 💜💜

[TheresaAnneBrown]

Mr. Fallon, never underestimate your own genuine super power in lifting people up--look at the joyful redness in Jeremy's face after your high-charge praise for his clip. So well deserved, and so obvious that he was deeply appreciative. This is why you are beloved, not only for the uproar of laughter that you bring daily, but for your natural gift of tuning into and turning up the heart of humanity.

[jeflightfoot]

This is why I love this guy. Taking a horrible accident and making the best of it. Just a great guy that I take tips on life about. Just an awesome person.

[lilwil-nsuo]

Jeremy is so humble, inspirational, and so incredibly strong in so many ways. Winter soldier indeed.

[patsylvest]

Jeremy, you, sir, are an inspiration. And right now, we all need inspiration. Thank you.

[trumpeter]

He is officially the winter soldier. This is my most liked comment. Please get to 1 million.😁😁😁 Also, all can dream big. No hate here. Karma is fun to watch.

[Itslizzylulu]

Jeremy is 100% a Warrior &
Very Blessed. ❤

[AjK_Reelz]

Good to see him back in form .. hats off man