In a recent interview with British GQ, popular actor Chris Hemsworth shared his profound thoughts on the nature of mortality, which he expressed as finally “sinking in.” Hemsworth reflected on a life-threatening incident involving his close friend and fellow Avengers co-star Jeremy Renner, who was involved in a severe snow plow accident. This incident served as a wake-up call for Hemsworth, reminding him that life is unpredictable, and any of us could face sudden challenges or even lose our lives at any given moment.
As Hemsworth approaches his 40th birthday on August 11, he admitted that he feels a certain apprehension toward this milestone. Despite his youthful spirit and the sensation of still being in his mid-twenties, he now realizes that time is passing swiftly, and he may already be well past the halfway mark of his life. The accident suffered by Renner, who portrays the skilled archer Hawkeye in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, deeply affected Hemsworth, further emphasizing the fragility and preciousness of life. Renner endured numerous surgeries and suffered over 30 broken bones following the unfortunate incident, which occurred on New Year’s Day.
What Happened to Jeremy Renner?
According to a Nevada sheriff’s office incident report, actor Jeremy Renner was attempting to prevent his snow-removal tractor from sliding and hitting his grown nephew when he was pulled under the vehicle and crushed on New Year’s Day.
“The Pistenbully snow groomer began sliding causing Renner to exit the vehicle without setting the emergency brake,” reads the conclusion of the report obtained through a public records request, per CNN.
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The incident occurred when Renner towed his nephew’s truck off his driveway after it got stuck in the snow. While hospitalized, Renner told investigators on January 5 about the events that transpired. After successfully moving the truck onto the street, the snowplow started “sliding sideways” and eventually “began to roll down the hill.” Renner decided to jump out of the snowcat at that point, according to his statement.
How Did Chris Hemsworth React To Jeremy Renner’s Accident?
In a recent interview with British GQ, Chris Hemsworth candidly discussed the profound impact that Jeremy Renner‘s New Year’s Day accident had on him. Hemsworth, known for his role in the Avengers franchise, reflected on the incident and shared his personal thoughts. The interview also delved into Hemsworth’s marriage to his wife Elsa Pataky and their three children—daughter India Rose, 11, and twin boys Sasha and Tristan, 9.
Recalling the moment he first learned about Renner’s condition, Hemsworth revealed,
“We were all on our Avengers text chain, we were all chatting. And it was wild. None of us really knew how serious it was. I think anything like that, it’s an immediate realization of, ‘Wow, any of us can go at any minute…”‘.
The aftermath of the accident made Hemsworth realize the fragility of life and the fact that any of them could face unexpected circumstances at any moment.
As Hemsworth approaches a milestone birthday later this year, he admitted to contemplating the swift passage of time. Expressing reluctance about turning 40, he remarked, “I still feel like I’m 25 and I’ve got heaps of time. Now I’m like, ‘Oh, I could be halfway. More than halfway.'” The realization of mortality has started to sink in, with Hemsworth acknowledging, “The reality of ‘I’m not going to be here forever’ is sinking in.”
During Renner’s hospitalization, Hemsworth extended his good wishes to his Avengers co-star and friend, expressing support and concern. Renner had posted on Instagram, thanking everyone for their support shortly after the accident.
Source: People
