My Next Breath

JEREMY LEE RENNER is a two-time Academy Award-nominated actor who has earned critical acclaim for his work in both independent cinema and major blockbusters, solidifying his reputation as one of Hollywood's most dynamic actors. Renner first gained widespread attention with his portrayal of Jeffrey Dahmer in Dahmer; he later delivered a breakout performance in The Hurt Locker as an adrenaline-driven bomb disposal expert, earning his first Academy Award nomination for Best Actor. His role in The Town, as a fiercely loyal yet dangerous bank robber, garnered him a second Oscar nomination for Best Supporting Actor.

In recent years Renner has starred in two Mission: Impossible movies; The Bourne Legacy; and has garnered both critical acclaim and wide popularity for his portrayal of Clint Barton, aka Hawkeye, in the Marvel Cinematic Universe and the Disney+ series Hawkeye. Currently, Renner stars in Mayor of Kingstown as Mike McLusky, navigating the gritty and morally complex world of prison systems and small-town politics.

Outside of acting, Renner is a talented musician, philanthropist, and entrepreneur. His Rennervations foundation repurposes disused vehicles for the needs of the wider community across the United States and the world, and runs regular recreational camps for children in foster care in Nevada. This is his first book.