Hollywood often marvels at the rise of stars who seemingly emerge overnight, and one such celebrated actor whose career once skyrocketed, is the charismatic icon Keanu Reeves. Beginning his entertainment journey from promising actor to beloved heartthrob, Reeves cemented his place in the industry with career-defining roles in The Matrix and Sandra Bullock’s Speed.

Keanu Reeves in a still from Speed | 20th Century Studios

However, long before his breakout moment and his subsequent roles that solidified his status and earned him a devoted fan base, Keanu Reeves’ potential was recognized by Michelle Pfeiffer, who had a keen eye for talent. Working with Reeves in Stephen Frears’ 1988 hit Dangerous Liaisons, the director revealed recently on how Pfeiffer had identified the actor’s future stardom.

Keanu Reeves’ Rise to Stardom From Breakout Role to Iconic Status

Beginning his career by making his first professional appearance in a 1984 episode of the comedy series Hangin’ In,...