Fans were impressed by Keanu Reeves’ grace when speaking about his stunt-doubles alongside Stephen Colbert.

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Despite his fame and fortune, Keanu Reeves continues to take a humble approach, and does things his way in Hollywood. That includes implementing strict rules in his contracts in order to keep the integrity of his films alive.

Keanu also values those that work behind the scenes, and that was on full display a few years ago during his chat with Stephen Colbert. We’re going to reveal what Keanu had to say, and why fans praised the actor for his comments about his stuntman. In addition, we’ll take a look at the flip side, and reveal what Keanu’s doubles had to say about working with the actor.

Let’s take a closer look.

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The Late Show with Stephen Colbert had some memorable guests in the past. Though among the most memorable interviews ever includes Keanu Reeves’ appearance on the show. The chat featured so many great moments, which included Keanu telling Colbert what he thinks happens when we die. Keanu said, “The ones that love us will miss us.” It was the perfect way to end the interview.

However, at the start, Keanu Reeves discussed doing his own stunt-work. Fans appreciated the actor’s response, and how he referred to his stuntman during the interview.

He said, “I do John Wick action. I’ll do some fight scenes but then John Wick will get hit by a car, and that’s Jackson Spidell.” Colbert interjects, “That’s your stuntman?” Reeves responds, “Yes, he’s an amazing stuntman.”

Keanu got a lot of love from fans for the way he referred to his stuntman by his actual name. The most liked comment on YouTube reads, “Maybe it’s nothing to others, but Keanu Reeves saying the name of his stunt double instead of just saying his “stunt man” goes to show how awesome he is.”

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That one comment alone got 60 replies, with fans completely agreeing.

“Seriously, you dont hear much names when they talk about stuntmen, but Reeves just doesnt let anyone behind. Truly a pure heart in Hollywood.”

“Sadly, I bet a lot of self-centered Hollywood stars dont even know who the stunt doubles are when they film a movie. You can tell Keanu actually respects the “behind the scenes” people that he works with.”

Another fan writes, “He even mentioned the horse master instructor… that’s crazy haha.”

Keanu, taking everyone into consideration, really isn’t anything new.

Stuntman Jeremy Fry Appreciated How Giving Keanu Reeves Was During Their Time Together In John Wick

Not only does Keanu Reeves speak fondly of his stunt-doubles, but the same holds true about their experiences with the actor. Double Jeremy Fry was especially impressed with how Keanu was willing to step aside during the John Wick films.

Fry revealed, “It’s always interesting to me when actors want to do their own stunts… when you have people who you can use and you won’t know that it’s not them. But Keanu, he completely gets that. He has never said, “I want to do it.” He trusts [directors] to make the best decision that they can and he knows that they will use him whenever they feel it’s appropriate and safe.”

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Fry went on to reveal that Keanu was a pro, even during the tougher takes.

“There was a shot where we wanted Keanu to slide up the camera and we wanted to… have the camera come right up to him. And we worked with him for a while on that one, and it’s a tricky one [but] he nailed it.”

A class act in front and behind the camera.

Chad Stahelski, Keanu Reeves’ Former Stuntman Also Got Emotional Watching His Work Behind The Scenes

Chad Stahelski also had quite the history with Keanu, going from his stunt double to director in the John Wick films. He was yet another double that praised Keanu, especially for his devotion to the characters that he takes on.

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Stahelski revealed, “When you talk to people who are into it, ask them why they like it [the franchise], and I think a big part of it is, and this is not to be underestimated, it’s Keanu Reeves. I’m trying to bare my soul and who I am and how I tell the story, but never underestimate that that is Keanu Reeves up on screen giving it his all. If you saw the guy work it would choke you up.”

It is clear that the people who have worked with Keanu have nothing but positives to say about the actor.