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KEANU REEVES JOINS TO TALK HOCKEY, PAST ROLES AND MORE!

2025-10-20 Sports
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Keanu Reeves Discusses *Good Fortune*, Athletic Instincts, and Hollywood Realities

Discover how Keanu Reeves and Aziz Ansari crafted a unique take on the "money solves problems" debate in their new film, Good Fortune. Learn why Keanu equates peak acting performances with athletes entering "the zone" and hear his personal story about almost losing his name upon entering Hollywood.

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  • The film Good Fortune challenges the movie trope by asserting that money actually can improve a difficult life situation.
  • Keanu collaborated closely with director Aziz Ansari, specifically being asked to recall the energy from Bill and Ted for his angel character.
  • The conversation draws parallels between achieving instinctive performance in acting and athletes experiencing "the zone" during competition.
  • Keanu revealed his background as a competitive goaltender and the specific injuries sustained while filming his latest movie.

This interview blends film promotion with deep dives into craft and personal experience. Keanu explains the collaborative nature of his new comedy, Good Fortune, detailing how he shaped his angel character. Furthermore, the discussion explores the concept of instinctual execution, revealing how both acting and high-level sports require accessing deep-seated responses under pressure.

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Jason and Travis Kelce talk with the NICEST MAN IN HOLLYWOOD KEANU REEVES ABOUT HIS UPCOMING FILM GOOD FORTUNE. New Heights airs every Wednesday during the NFL Season so make sure you’re subscribed to our YouTube Channel and follow New Heights on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to new episodes ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. . . . Download the full podcast here: Wondery: https://wondery.app.link/s9hHTgtXpMb Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/new-heights/id1643745036 Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/1y3SUbFMUSESC1N43tBleK?si=LsuQ4a5MRN6wGMcfVcuynw Follow New Heights on Social Media: https://lnk.to/newheightshow Merch: https://homage.com/newheights

Top Comments (10)

@0fficialkeanuCR 2025-12-29

Thank you, for the love, the kindness, and the warmth you wrapped around me. Being here felt electric in the best way real conversations, open hearts, and moments that stay with you long after the lights dim. Sitting down with Jason Kelce and Travis Kelce was pure joy honest laughs, thoughtful questions, and that rare feeling of connection that reminds you why stories matter. Talking about Good Fortune and sharing this time with all of you meant more than I can say. I’m deeply grateful for every smile, every word, every second we shared. Much love. 🙏

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@amysettle85 2025-10-20

What!!!!!! I love Keanu Reeves. Its just something about that man. He seems so down to earth.

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@Sarah-q8h8h 2025-10-20

He's my favorite celebrity. I've been a fan since Bill and Ted. He's the most humble, down to earth human being. And his lady is absolutely gorgeous. He's a blessed man and deserves it.

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@dancingwithbears9015 2025-10-20

"Down to Earth" says it all. How many "A" list actors after making BIG action movies would what some would think, take a step back to a simple movie as he did. Still appreciating just a lovely simple movie.

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@CynthiaStembridge-w7u 2025-10-20

Keanu is a special man with a Great HEART ❤️

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@CynthiaStembridge-w7u 2025-10-20

Keanu is a Awesome man. With a kind Heart and Great Awesome human

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@billmckenzie9005 2025-10-21

Keanu is my favorite actor. He's very talented and always comes across as very real and down to earth. Great show.

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@apb9869 2025-10-20

This man can do no wrong. Aside from his tremendous talent, he has such a compassionate and charitable soul. Thanks for talking with him!

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@Knix2635 2025-10-20

What a good guy, seems lil shy , is genuinely, kind, caring. friendly, humble, cool, treats people w respect.. he’s sooo talented, takes his acting seriously, passionately.. he’s believable. sooo good! Thanks Jason n Travis, enjoyable n fun show!

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@stormtrooper9338 2025-10-22

As a fellow Canadian, I love how down to earth Keanu is today, and I loved his Canadian Walk of Fame speech. His tribute to Toronto and Canada shows how humble and grateful he is.

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