Jeremy Renner Gets Assistance For First Flight 11 Months After Snowplow Accident
By Afouda Bamidele on December 7, 2023 at 6:45 AM EST
Jeremy Renner remains undefeated after his near-fatal snowplow accident and seems to be returning to work!
The Hollywood veteran recently proved he is still standing tall after defying the odds of being hit and crushed in an accident that occurred last New Year's Day.
Although he showed similar physical prowess to his Marvel Cinematic Universe character Clint Barton, aka Hawkeye, the 52-year-old was spotted looking like another famous character from the superhero franchise.
Jeremy Renner Sparks War Machine Resemblance At JFK
The "Avengers: Endgame" star took the skies nearly a year after his near-death experience, traveling through New York City's JFK Airport on December 6. The TV personality looked better than ever in the pictures taken by paparazzi, walking smartly to catch his flight with the aid of compression devices strapped to his calves.
In the snaps, the two-time Academy Award nominee tried to go incognito with an all-black ensemble consisting of a buttoned-up winter jacket, pants, and a baseball cap. The entertainer added a splash of color with his red luggage box and carried a black backpack.
Despite his efforts to blend in with the other travelers, the "Hansel & Gretel: Witch Hunters" actor's famous features stood out alongside the robot-like devices on his legs. Renner brought nostalgia with his compression devices, sparking a resemblance with Don Cheadle's James Rhodes character in the MCU.
Fans of the superhero franchise may remember that Rhodes, aka the War Machine, regained the ability to walk after Tony Stark created leg braces based on the exoskeleton mechanics of his Iron Man suit. While the 52-year-old did not have the same fancy brace, the media personality's compression devices served a similar purpose.
The "Mayor of Kingstown" star wore two of the compression devices on his legs. These gadgets aid walking by improving blood flow, reducing pain, and combating swelling. Additionally, the high-tech gear marked a significant milestone in Renner's recovery, as he previously moved with a cane, per TMZ.
Renner began using the cane less than four months after his accident. In April, the Screen Actors Guild Award recipient returned to the spotlight for the blue carpet event at his "Rennervations" premiere.
The father of one looked dapper in a deep blue suit, matching tie, and white inner shirt. The event, held at the Regency Village Theatre, saw the 52-year-old walking with a cane in his right hand and holding his daughter Ava Berlin in his left.
He also alternated between using the cane and a knee scooter as he moved down the carpet, giving the paparazzi a thumbs-up at one point. The "American Hustle" actor initially announced his presence at the event on his Instagram Story, sharing a picture of the blue carpeted walkway alongside the words: "Rocking the blue carpet tonight !!!! Ready for this amazing event."
The "Rennervations" project, which began airing on April 12, was a Disney+ series that captured the TV personality's collaboration with "expert builders" to transform large decommissioned vehicles into community spaces for young people around the globe, including Nevada, Chicago, India, and Mexico, Chicago.
Fans Are In Awe Of Jeremy Renner's Speedy Recovery
Last month marked a huge milestone in the "Wind River" star's recovery from his snowplow accident. The entertainer showed off his incredible reflexes on social media, sharing a video of himself jumping from side to side on what appeared to be a driveway.
The 52-year-old also sprinted to the top of the driveway, proving that his legs had significantly recovered from the horrific incident. Renner explained that he shared the video to commemorate his "10 months recovery" before reflecting on the remarkable progress, captioning the post:
"First attempt at any of this activity (especially at steep grade) and was brought to tears of joy, hopefulness, and gratitude for all your support along with my family and friends….. I keep pushing for many reasons, but you are my fuel."
Naturally, this beautiful moment resonated deeply with fans who praised the "Hawkeye" star's speedy recovery. "So proud of you. You truly are the hardest working and determined man. Every step, every breath. 10 months on your terms," someone chimed.
Another wrote: "Not all heroes wear capes. Some shoot a bow and arrow. Way to go, sir! I'm so happy for you!!" While a third exclaimed, "What an absolute tank!!! Prayers that you recover to full-on, and I'm so happy to see you are still with us!!!"
