Jeremy Renner, the actor known for his roles in Mission: Impossible and Avengers, recently shed light on his reasons for stepping away from a franchise he deeply loves. While promoting his show Mayor of Kingstown, he revealed personal choices that led to his temporary exit.
Commitment to Family
Renner expressed how hard it was to leave the Mission: Impossible franchise, despite enjoying every moment with his co-stars like Tom Cruise. As he told Collider:
I had to go be a dad. It just wasn’t gonna work out then.
This decision, however, didn’t come easily. Renner played William Brandt in Ghost Protocol (2011) and Rogue Nation (2015), but the demanding schedules pulled him away from his daughter Ava:
I was supposed to do more with them. I love those guys… It requires a lot of time away. It’s all in London.
A Balancing Act
The balancing act between career and family became a recurring theme for Renner, even impacting his role in the Marvel Cinematic Universe:
It taught me how to have the nuts to say, ‘Everyone, f*** off. It’s my time with my daughter.
This bold stance illustrates his commitment as a father, willing even to let Marvel recast him if it meant he could prioritize family over filming schedules.
The Price of Recovery
The actor’s struggle didn’t end with scheduling conflicts. In January 2023, Renner encountered a life-threatening accident near his Nevada home.
I think they were all communicating with my family… it must have been pretty bleak.
Despite severe injuries and extensive therapy—resulting from being nearly crushed by a 14,300-pound snowcat—Renner is making strides to recover.
A Possible Return?
Mentioning a potential comeback, Renner hasn’t ruled out returning to previous roles:
I’d always jump into a Mission: Impossible anytime and back into [IMF agent William] Brandt.
Fans remain hopeful that Renner’s passion for these significant characters might lead him back onto our screens amid ongoing recovery and renewed professional interests.
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