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Express Tribune
29-04-2025
- Health
- Express Tribune
Jeremy Renner says breathing saved his life in snowplow accident, shares story in My Next Breath
Actor Jeremy Renner revealed that 'just breathing' helped him survive the near-fatal snowplow accident that left him with over 30 broken bones in January 2023. The Hawkeye and Mayor of Kingstown star shared emotional details during an appearance on CBS Mornings, coinciding with the release of his memoir My Next Breath. Renner recounted how he was crushed by a 14,000-pound Snowcat while helping clear snow near his Nevada home. As he lay injured and unable to move for 45 minutes awaiting paramedics, he relied on mindfulness and breath control to stay alive. 'I wasn't breathing, and there was no way my body was going to breathe because it was crushed,' Renner said. 'So that part just saved me—just zooming out, focusing on just breathing.' Renner described the pain as feeling like being 'on fire, drowning, and struck by lightning' all at once. Despite the agony, he said that simply focusing on exhaling and inhaling helped him manage the pain and survive until help arrived. He also credited his daughter, Ava, as the driving force behind his recovery. 'She gets better if I get better,' he said, explaining that she became his motivation to heal. Initially unsure if his story was worth telling, Renner said he hopes My Next Breath inspires others to push through adversity by getting out of their own way. 'The only obstacle in your way is you,' he told host Nate Burleson.
Yahoo
26-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Jeremy Renner Says Writing About His Near Death Experience Was 'Emotionally Cathartic' Ahead Of Memoir Release
Jeremy Renner is sharing how revisiting his snowplow accident felt. The actor decided to take stock of one of his life's most harrowing and humbling experiences, and the process was no less daunting than the situation itself. Jeremy Renner was in the news after he survived being crushed to death in his driveway by his 14,000-pound Snowcat plow on New Year's Day, 2023. Renner described the feelings he experienced while writing about his traumatic accident. According to him: "Writing about it has been very emotionally cathartic to have to go word by word through it all again." He shared that revisiting those moments in their rawest form has been a powerful reminder of the resilience of the human spirit despite the fragility of the body. Renner detailed his painful experience in his upcoming book "My Next Breath," revealing the extent of his injuries, including over 35 broken bones and the alarming sight of viewing his left eye with his right after his head struck the pavement. The actor emphasized that while he is not often haunted by the memories or sounds of the incident, he is constantly reminded of his new reality, which he views positively. He feels fortunate to have survived, stating simply, "I didn't die." The incident occurred while he was trying to protect his nephew, Alex, from a runaway plow. Although Alex is reportedly doing well, Renner acknowledged that the trauma from that day has been tough on everyone involved. "[Alex] read the book. Actually, we did listen to the book together, which was pretty intense, but we never really tried to push this under anything," If I get better, then he'll get better," the TV star told PEOPLE. Renner believes that his healing journey intertwines with Alex's, stating that the images from his struggles are ones she cannot unsee, which drives him to recover for both their sakes. Reflecting on his rehabilitation, Renner credits his family as a vital source of motivation, particularly Ava, who is now 12. The actor sees the experience as a valuable lesson in resilience, allowing Ava to witness both his vulnerability and the power of overcoming difficult obstacles. He is determined to shield her from fear, showing her the strength he has cultivated throughout his life. As he prepares for his upcoming role in "Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery" on Netflix, Renner revealed how his mother played a crucial role in helping Ava understand the accident. He reassured her amid her fear by assigning her small tasks, telling her to be his arms and legs while promising that he would recover if she remained patient. This experience, he believes, has not only strengthened their bond but has also equipped Ava with fortitude for the future. On January 1, 2025, two years after his accident, The Blast shared that the Marvel star shared a heartfelt message on social media to celebrate his second "ReBirthday." In his lengthy Instagram post, he expressed profound gratitude to the numerous individuals who supported him during his recovery, specifically thanking the nurses, doctors, and first responders. He acknowledged that he "literally" owes them his life. Renner also extended his love and appreciation to his brave nephew and the neighbors who rushed to help him during the chaotic moments following his snowplow accident. He reflected on the trauma of that day, expressing sorrow for the distressing images they experienced. Body camera footage from first responders captured the urgent response to Renner's critical injuries after he was run over by his snowplow near his home in Reno, Nevada. The video revealed the frantic efforts of medical teams as they worked to stabilize him before he was swiftly transported to the hospital for emergency care. The details are graphic, and Renner's survival is nothing short of a miracle. On January 1st, 2023, after a heavy blizzard, Renner experienced a life-threatening accident in his Nevada home. At the time, the actor was hosting family for the holidays, and he decided to clear the snow to prevent his vehicle from getting stuck on the icy road. Renner was assisting his sister Kym's son, who was detaching the chain connecting their car to a snowplow. As concerns for his nephew's safety grew due to poor visibility, Renner leaned out of the vehicle but neglected to engage the parking brake. In a tragic turn of events, he fell from the snowplow just as it began to roll. Realizing the machine was heading towards his nephew, Renner tried to return to the driver's seat but was caught beneath the massive vehicle, resulting in life-threatening injuries. He also suffered from a collapsed lung, blunt chest trauma, and orthopedic injuries in his leg and upper body. As noted by The Blast, the father of one reflected on the valuable lessons learned during one of the lowest points in his life, specifically after a near-death experience. He expressed that this ordeal has freed him from the fear of death, stating, "I'm really not afraid of it now; in fact, I'm excited for it." Last year, at 53 years old, he recognized that many of life's emotions and challenges are ultimately unnecessary. He shares his new philosophy about existence with a touch of humor, arguing that life, the world we inhabit, and our emotional struggles are mostly insignificant in the grand scheme of things. The actor also let his expansive Los Angeles mansion go as part of his transitioning process, as he recovered in the home.
Mint
23-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Mint
Jeremy Renner says he could see his 'left eye with his right eye' after near-fatal accident
Washington [US], April 23 (ANI): Actor Jeremy Renner's memoir My Next Breath, where he shares personal memories from his near-fatal accident in 2023, is set to release on April 29 this year. 'The Avengers' star was injured by his 14,000-pound Snowcat vehicle while trying to stop it from hitting his nephew in January 2023. He suffered over 35 broken bones and serious injuries to his head and chest, reported People. Renner, who recently spoke to the publication, opened up about the accident, stating that it is a part of his life now and that writing about it helped him process the trauma. "Writing about it has been very emotionally cathartic to have to go word by word through it all again. I don't not talk about it. It's part of my life every day, and it's always a wonderful reminder of the strength of the human spirit and how fragile the body is and how badass it is at recovery," Renner told People. In the book, he recalls a shocking moment when he could see his "left eye with [his] right eye" after his head hit the pavement. Despite the pain, Renner says he is not haunted by the memories. "I'm not haunted by the incident -- not too often anyway -- by the images, the sounds. But I am reminded of my new reality, and it's wonderfully positive. I didn't die." Renner had suffered injuries while trying to save his nephew, Alex, who was 27 at the time of the accident. (ANI) First Published: 23 Apr 2025, 07:27 PM IST
CBS News
15-03-2025
- Climate
- CBS News
San Bernardino County firefighters use Snowcat to rescue dozens in middle of winter storm
San Bernardino County firefighters were busy putting their specialty resources to the test in the midst of the latest winter storm to hit Southern California. Video shows rescue teams inside of the department's Snowcat, a powerful vehicle used to traverse through deep snow, on Thursday in Fawnskin, where dozens of people were stranded from YMCA Camp Whittle, according to a post on X from the department. "This was after up to 300 camp attendees had fled the camp on foot, trudging through snow to a point where roads were clear enough for waiting buses to stage," the post said. Some people were still at the camp, which had run out of provisions as the conference ended. No one was injured throughout the entirety of the incident. Firefighters say that the rescue efforts would've been much more difficult without their Snowcat. "These vehicles get through just about anything. They're on tracks and they roll very smoothly and they get us where we need to go," said San Bernardino County firefighter Ryan Beckers. "It would've been really difficult and people would've been cold and potentially had exposure issues if we weren't able to get up there and do this with these vehicles." SBCFD has Snowcat vehicles in Wrightwood, Twin Peaks, Lake Arrowhead and Fawnskin. Fire engines at those stations are also 4x4 enabled, and all ambulances carry snow chains as well, firefighters said.
