Keanu Reeves is a strange star in Hollywood when he proactively asked for a pay cut, never asked for an increase in remuneration, and often used his own money to buy huge gifts for his co-stars…

Keanu Reeves is known as one of the stars of the Hollywood box office. The film works in which the actor participated have a total revenue of up to 3.8 billion USD, including: The Matrix series ,  3 parts of  John Wick, Speed, Constantine, The day the earth stood still, Bram Stoker’s Dracula…

In the near future, John Wick 4 is also expected to cause a stir when released at the global box office and HBO, the US television channel.


                At the age of 57, Keanu Reeves is still a stylish gentleman with a warm smile.

 At the age of 57, Keanu Reeves is still a stylish gentleman with a warm smile.

Keanu Reeves was born in 1964 in Toronto (Canada). He had a bitter childhood, was abandoned by his father, lived like a homeless person even though he was a big star on the big screen… 

To date, it is estimated that Keanu’s total net worth is nearly 400 million USD, but the only asset in the actor’s name is a mansion in Hollywood purchased for 5.95 million USD since 2003. 

Even though he is a “billion dollar star” whose name is on Hollywood’s Walk of Fame, in everyday life Keanu Reeves is a simple, humble person and always takes actions that go against the majority. 

This action movie star has never used any social networking platforms. Most of the information about Keanu’s daily life is shared by his colleagues and friends. 


                Young Keanu Reeves.
                Young Keanu Reeves.

It will be very difficult to find information about Keanu Reeves related to money, branded goods, super cars, villas or expensive vacations. Because that doesn’t exist in the John Wick star’s concerns 

Remember, Keanu Reeves once shared in an interview: “Money means nothing to me.

 I’ve made a lot of money, but I just want to enjoy life without the pressure of having to increase my bank account.” 

The male actor also confided that his life is very simple. He mostly stayed overnight at hotels and packed his belongings in a suitcase because he had to travel for work. 

Fans can also easily see this Hollywood star using public transportation, eating sandwiches for lunch on a roadside bench, or carelessly chatting with passersby.


                Image of expensive Hollywood star eating bread on a roadside bench.
                Image of expensive Hollywood star eating bread on a roadside bench.

                The scene of Keanu traveling by subway is no longer strange.
                The scene of Keanu traveling by subway is no longer strange.

Keanu Reeves confided that experiencing a life of many challenges and losses helped him understand that good health is the most important thing to him. 

And that is not a fun confession but has been proven by real stories. Keanu Reeves deducted 75 million USD from the 110 million USD salary he received from the series The Matrix to give to the special effects team for the film and bought 12 Harley Davidson motorbikes for the stunt team for only argue that they deserve that gift. 

Recently, Keanu Reeves also bought a “lot” of the latest version of Rolex watches to give to his stuntmen in the John Wick movie series . 

But those are not the “strange” things because those who have loved and followed Keanu Reeves’ journey through, must be familiar with his unusual actions. 


                Not owning a supercar or expensive brand name, Keanu Reeves is considered by the public Not owning a supercar or expensive brand name, Keanu Reeves is viewed by the public as a “real-life hero” or “Santa Claus” with his simple images and noble and silent deeds.

In 1997, when Keanu Reeves ‘ name was not yet associated with The Matrix series , he proactively asked the producer of The Devil’s Advocate to reduce his salary by 2 million USD to add to Al Pacino’s salary.

 At this time, star Al Pacino did not want to accept the role in the movie for the reason that the remuneration was not adequate.

This action of Keanu that surprised the filmmakers was also repeated when he participated in The Replacements  in 2000 for the same reason.

Most fans and colleagues agree that Keanu Reeves is a particularly strange person because of his kindness and humility.

 The media has interviewed “assassin John Wick” many times to better understand the motives for his “strange” actions. 

But the male actor always has only one answer to explain his way of spending money: “Money is the last thing I think about.

 I can live well with the money I make for several centuries, if only by giving money to those who need it more.” 


                 A kind and humble way of life is a priceless symbol of beauty that Keanu Reeves brings to the public.
                 A kind and humble way of life is a priceless symbol of beauty that Keanu Reeves brings to the public.

Perhaps that is also the best explanation for his timesGenerous with colleagues , with huge contributions to charity funds, PETA, Sick Kid organization, Cancer Foundation… but never mentioning his name.

 Therefore, it is difficult for anyone to know exactly how Keanu spent such a huge amount of money to share with the community. 

The beautiful actions of the John Wick star are so admired that those who love him choose May 21 every year as “Keanu’s day” with the meaning: A day to cheer up Keanu – through social networks . 

During the first anniversary of this holiday in 2019, Keanu was interviewed by the famous British newspaper The Guardian and he also had very emotional shares.

This is exactly what Keanu teaches us through his actions, not what he says. 

You live generously not only by using any money you earn for good causes, but also by being generous with your time. 

The greatest gift he can give them is his time and attention. 

Journalist Amy Lamar of  Celebrity Net Worth  said about actor Keanu Reeves : “He is someone who always knows how to live more beautifully than any role he has ever played.”