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Renner Marks 3 Years Since Near-Fatal Snow Plow Accident
3 Jan
Summary
- Jeremy Renner shared a photo of the snow plow that nearly killed him.
- The actor suffered over 38 broken bones in the January 2023 accident.
- Renner stated he 'died' during the incident before being revived.
Actor Jeremy Renner marked the three-year anniversary of his near-fatal snow plow accident by sharing an image of the massive vehicle on social media. The incident, which occurred on New Year's Day in 2023, left the 'Avengers' star with over 38 broken bones, including a collapsed lung and fractured ribs. Renner, 54, posted the photo with a defiant "Not today," a lighthearted nod to his survival.
Renner has openly detailed the severity of his injuries and the moments he believed he was dying. He described lying on the ice, his heart rate slowing, and experiencing what he felt was death before resuscitation efforts began. The accident happened as Renner was attempting to prevent his nephew from being struck by the PistenBully, a vehicle weighing over 14,330 pounds, near his Nevada home.
The actor discussed the therapeutic process of recounting the ordeal in his memoir, acknowledging the initial hesitation but recognizing its healing value. He shared that reliving the accident, especially considering his nephew's presence and his mother's arduous journey to his side, was crucial for his recovery and their shared healing.
