What Happened to Jeremy Renner?

Jeremy Renner, born January 7, 1971, in Modesto, California, established himself as a versatile actor through a career spanning over two decades. His early work included independent films like 'Dahmer' (2002) and supporting roles in larger productions such as 'S.W.A.T.' (2003). Renner gained critical acclaim and two Academy Award nominations for his powerful performances in 'The Hurt Locker' (2009) as an Iraq War soldier and 'The Town' (2010) as a hot-headed robber. He achieved global stardom by joining the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) as Clint Barton, also known as Hawkeye, first appearing in a cameo in 'Thor' (2011) and becoming a core member of 'The Avengers' (2012) and its subsequent films, as well as leading the Disney+ miniseries 'Hawkeye' (2021).

Renner's life took a dramatic turn on January 1, 2023, when he was involved in a near-fatal snowplow accident at his Nevada property. He was crushed by his 14,330-pound PistenBully snowcat while attempting to save his nephew from being run over. The accident resulted in blunt chest trauma and 38 broken bones, leading to multiple surgeries and a stay in intensive care. His survival was attributed, in part, to his prior health and fitness. The incident garnered widespread media attention and an outpouring of support from fans and colleagues.

The recovery process for Renner has been extensive and ongoing. Just three months after the accident, he began walking again with the aid of an anti-gravity treadmill. He has openly shared details of his rehabilitation, which includes regular use of hyperbaric chambers, red light therapy, and peptide treatments, acknowledging that he will be 'in recovery for the rest of my life.' This profound experience has significantly shifted his perspective, leading him to prioritize family, personal well-being, and acts of service, stating he is 'more connected and more open and more vulnerable and more loving' than before.

Despite the severity of his injuries, Renner made a remarkable return to work. He resumed filming for the third and fourth seasons of his Paramount+ crime thriller series 'Mayor of Kingstown' in 2024, approximately a year after the accident, even performing some of his own stunts. In April 2023, his Disney+ docuseries 'Rennervations,' which was filmed prior to the accident and showcases his passion for repurposing large vehicles for community use, premiered. He also published a memoir titled 'My Next Breath' on April 29, 2025, detailing his life and recovery.

As of July 2026, Renner remains active in his career. Filming for the fifth and final season of 'Mayor of Kingstown' wrapped on July 2, 2026, with Renner expressing gratitude for the support that aided his recovery during production. He is also slated to appear in the upcoming 'Knives Out' mystery film, 'Wake Up Dead Man' (2025). Furthermore, reports indicate that Renner's Hawkeye will return in the highly anticipated Marvel film 'Avengers: Doomsday,' scheduled for release on December 18, 2026, despite earlier reports in January 2026 suggesting a second season of the 'Hawkeye' Disney+ series was unlikely. Renner has also been linked to an untitled film about the OxyContin painkiller and the U.S. opioid epidemic, where he is set to play investigative reporter David Armstrong. His continued resilience and dedication to both his craft and personal growth mark his current status.