Oscar-Nominated Actor
Jeremy Renner: Biography at a Glance
- Jeremy Renner is an actor best known for his roles in The Hurt Locker and The Town for which he received Oscar nominations.
- Renner starred as "Hawkeye" in The Avengers, one of the highest-grossing films in history, and as the titular character in Hawkeye, the subsequent Disney+ series.
- He currently stars in one of Paramount+’s top-performing original dramas, Mayor of Kingstown and other credits include Captain America: Civil War, Arrival, American Hustle, and The Bourne Legacy.
- He founded The Combine, a production company that creates, develops, and produces high-quality, character-driven content for mainstream audiences.
- Renner, who experienced a tragic accident when he was run over by a 14,300-lb. snowplow in 2023, has opened up about the physical and mental recovery process. He shares his inspiring story of recovering from more than 30 broken bones, multiple surgeries, and an ICU stay, emphasizing the power of gratitude and positive thought.
- He is a sought-after speaker on his life and career, storytelling, resilience, and mental toughness.
Biography
Two-time Academy Award nominee Jeremy Renner has established himself as one of Hollywood's most versatile and respected actors. Throughout the 2000s, he appeared largely in independent films, including Dahmer and Neo Ned. Shortly thereafter, he began starring in blockbuster features, earning critical acclaim for his roles in The Hurt Locker (Academy Award nomination for Best Actor) and The Town (Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor).
Renner's career expanded with significant roles in major franchises, such as Mission Impossible - Ghost Protocol and The Bourne Legacy. He also originated the role of “Hawkeye” in Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) Avengers films, becoming a key figure in the superhero genre.
Renner's impressive filmography includes starring in the award-winning movie American Hustle, the science fiction hit Arrival alongside Amy Adams, and the critically acclaimed thriller Wind River.
On television, Renner played the titular character in Marvel’s series “Hawkeye” for Disney+ and currently stars in one of Paramount+’s top-performing original dramas, Mayor of Kingstown. Additionally, he starred in Disney+’s four-part docuseries Rennervations.
Beyond his acting career, Renner is dedicated to philanthropy through his foundation, the Rennervation Foundation, which focuses on various charitable initiatives.
