Keanu Reeves is at it again, proving that he’s one of the most beloved actors in Hollywood. Not only is he known for his action-packed roles in films like The Matrix, John Wick and Point Break, but he’s also a romantic comedy star in Something’s Gotta Give and Always Be My Maybe. Now, Reeves is making headlines for a different reason – his namesake molecule, keanumycins.
German scientists have recently discovered a group of compounds they’ve dubbed “keanumycins” in honor of the beloved actor. The new compounds are incredibly effective at killing fungus in crops and fungal infections in people, and Reeves couldn’t help but be pleased at the news. During an AMA event on Reddit, Reeves responded to the news with a funny, “Hi, thank you. They should’ve called it John Wick…but that’s pretty cool…and surreal for me. But thanks, scientist people! Good luck, and thank you for helping us.”
When asked what drives him to be so compassionate, Reeves had a simple answer: “We die…and we all need all the help we can get.” It’s this kind of humility that has made Reeves such a beloved figure in Hollywood and beyond, as witnessed by this latest gesture of naming a molecule after him.
But it’s not just his compassion that has made Reeves so popular. He’s also incredibly talented, and fans have been eagerly awaiting the release of John Wick: Chapter 4. Reeves revealed during the AMA event that he did have one part he wished he could’ve taken – Wolverine – but he was still satisfied with the roles he did take on.
Reeves has certainly made an impact on Hollywood and beyond during his decades-long career, and his latest contribution – keanumycins – is a testament to his kindness and generosity. John Wick: Chapter 4 hits theaters this Friday, and fans can’t wait to see what Reeves has in store for them.
