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Jeremy Renner Reflects on Near-Death Snowplow Accident in New Memoir

The actor recounts his harrowing 2023 ordeal, his recovery, and the transformative experience of writing 'My Next Breath,' released April 29, 2025.

Jeremy Renner recalls the horrific moment he was crushed by a snowplow machine in 2023
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Overview

  • Renner's memoir details his rescue attempt to save his nephew from a sliding 14,000-pound snowplow, which left him critically injured with over 30 broken bones.
  • He describes briefly 'dying' during the accident, with his heart rate dropping to 18 beats per minute and experiencing a surreal, metaphysical energy.
  • The memoir reveals his physical and emotional recovery journey, including multiple surgeries, extensive rehabilitation, and returning to acting and music.
  • Initially reluctant to write about the accident, Renner found the process cathartic and valuable for his family, including his nephew who witnessed the event.
  • Renner credits the experience with reshaping his outlook on life, emphasizing resilience, family bonds, and the strength of the human spirit.