Marvel star Jeremy Renner has shared a message from his hospital bed after suffering serious injuries as a result of a snow ploughing accident.
Renner, who plays Marvel superhero Hawkeye, shared a selfie from his hospital bed and wrote: “Thank you all for your kind words. Im too messed up now to type. But I send love to you all.”
Shortly after the photo was posted, well-wishes flooded in from Renner’s current and former co-stars.
“Speedy recovery buddy. Sending love your way!,” Chris Hemsworth commented.
“Continued prayers your way brutha,” Chris Pratt penned, while Taika Waititi said, “My brother I love you.”
Isla Fisher wrote, “Phew! I’m so happy you made this post. Sending you so much love and healing energy. We love you.”
A spokesperson for Renner also released a statement about the severity of his injuries.
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“We can confirm that Jeremy has suffered blunt chest trauma and orthopaedic injuries and has undergone surgery today, January 2nd 2023,” it began.
“He has returned from surgery and remains in the intensive care unit in critical but stable condition.”
The statement continued, “Jeremy’s family would like to express their gratitude to the incredible doctors and nurses looking after him, Truckee Meadows Fire and Rescue, Washoe County Sheriff, Reno City Mayor Hillary Schieve and the Carano and Murdock families,” his rep continued.
“They are also tremendously overwhelmed and appreciative of the outpouring of love and support from his fans.”
Renner was critically injured in a snow ploughing accident in Reno, Nevada on New Year’s Day. The actor’s leg was run over by his snow plough, otherwise known as a snow cat, which caused him to lose a “tremendous” amount of blood.
Renner played Hawkeye in all three Avengers movies; Avengers: Endgame, Avengers: Age of Ultron and The Avengers and is expected to star in the upcoming instalment, Avengers: The Kang Dynasty.
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