Event and Award
Keanu Reeves, aged 59, received the inaugural Lance Reddick Legacy Award at the 2024 Saturn Awards in Burbank, California.
The ceremony happened at the Los Angeles Marriott Burbank Airport hotel on a Sunday night.
Nomination
Reeves was also nominated for the Best Actor in a film award at the same event.
Interview Insights
Reeves, in an exclusive interview with PEOPLE, shared that he wrote a letter to Lance Reddick.
In the letter, Reeves credited Reddick for making people “love John Wick.”
Acknowledgment in the Letter
The letter acknowledged Reddick’s passion, creativity, and dedication to his craft.
Reeves emphasized the impact of Reddick’s portrayal of Charon in the John Wick series on the character of John Wick.
Working Relationship
Reeves recalled memories of working with Reddick on four films over eight years.
Highlighted the grace, humor, and affection they shared on and off-screen.
Offscreen Chemistry
Reeves expressed how the affection between their characters, John Wick and Charon, translated offscreen.
This contributed to the success and enjoyment of working on the John Wick films.
The Award Significance
The award, named after Lance Reddick, not only symbolizes a performer’s talent but also celebrates their character, according to a press release.
Lance Reddick’s Passing
Lance Reddick passed away unexpectedly in March of the previous year at the age of 60.
Dedication in John Wick: Chapter 4
John Wick: Chapter 4, released one week after Reddick’s death, was dedicated to the late actor.
Reeves and director Chad Stahelski released a joint statement expressing deep sadness and dedicating the film to Reddick’s memory.
Film Dedication and Statement
The statement expressed love and prayers for Reddick’s family.
Reflection on Collaboration
Reeves described working on the John Wick series as a once-in-a-lifetime project.
Acknowledged that both he and Reddick knew and appreciated the significance of their collaboration.