In a world where celebrity New Year’s Eve celebrations often involve glittering parties, private jets, and extravagant fireworks displays, Keanu Reeves and Alexandra Grant chose something refreshingly different to welcome 2026: a simple, joyful home ritual rooted in ancient superstition and pure fun. The famously private couple, known for their grounded approach to life and love, embraced the viral Spanish-inspired tradition of eating 12 grapes at midnight—one for each chime of the clock, symbolizing good luck for each month of the new year. But in true Keanu and Alexandra style, they added a hilarious twist: crawling under the dining table to devour the grapes, laughing uncontrollably as they raced against the chimes and completely forgot to make their wishes

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This endearing moment, shared through a close friend’s casual snapshot that quickly spread across social media, captured the essence of what makes Reeves and Grant so beloved: their ability to find magic in the mundane, to laugh at themselves, and to prioritize genuine connection over glamour. As the clock struck midnight on December 31, 2025, the pair—dressed in cozy sweaters and jeans—knelt under their wooden dining table in their Los Angeles home, bowls of fresh green grapes in hand, giggling like teenagers as they tried to keep up with the rhythm.

The Tradition That Captured Hearts Worldwide

The ritual, known as “las doce uvas de la suerte” (the twelve grapes of luck) in Spain, dates back to the late 19th century. Legend has it that vine growers in Alicante promoted it in 1909 to sell a surplus harvest, but it quickly became a national custom. Families gather around televisions broadcasting the chimes from Madrid’s Puerta del Sol, popping one grape per strike for prosperity, health, and happiness in the coming year. Fail to finish in time, and bad luck might follow—or so the superstition goes.

In recent years, a playful variation has gone viral on TikTok: eating the grapes under the table to manifest love and romance. Some claim it originated in Latin American twists on the Spanish tradition, while others say it’s a modern social media invention for extra “magic.” Green grapes are preferred for luck, and the secrecy of hiding underneath amplifies the intention-setting. Millions tried it heading into 2025, with countless stories of newfound relationships credited to the quirky act.

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For Keanu and Alexandra, already deeply in love after years together, the “love manifestation” aspect was purely for laughs. “We heard about this trend from friends,” a source close to the couple revealed. “Alexandra thought it sounded hilarious and romantic in a silly way. Keanu, being Keanu, was all in—he loves anything that brings joy and doesn’t take itself too seriously.”

A Night of Laughter and Forgotten Wishes

Picture the scene: Their cozy home filled with the soft glow of candles and string lights. A bottle of champagne chilling nearby, soft music playing—perhaps one of Keanu’s favorite classic rock playlists. As midnight approached, they cleared the table, placed two small bowls of seedless green grapes on the floor, and dove underneath like kids hiding during a game.

The chimes began. Keanu, with his signature long hair tied back, started strong, popping grapes with focused determination. Alexandra, her silver hair catching the light, matched him grape for grape, her laughter bubbling up immediately. By the fourth chime, they were already cracking up—grapes slipping from fingers, juice dribbling down chins. “Wait, what was my wish for January?” Keanu reportedly mumbled through a mouthful, causing Alexandra to burst into giggles so hard she nearly choked.

They barely finished the 12 before the final stroke, emerging red-faced and breathless, grapes forgotten in favor of embracing and kissing as 2026 officially began. “We were so busy laughing and trying not to make a mess that we completely forgot to make actual wishes,” the source shared. “Keanu said something like, ‘Who needs wishes when we have this?’ It was pure, unfiltered happiness.”

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The moment was captured in a blurry but heartfelt photo by a visiting friend: the couple peeking out from under the tablecloth, faces smeared with grape juice, arms around each other, beaming with unbridled joy. Posted anonymously at first, it exploded online, with fans gushing over how “relatable” and “human” the iconic actor looked.

Why This Moment Resonates So Deeply

Keanu Reeves, now 61, has long been Hollywood’s enigma—a superstar who rides the subway, donates quietly to charities, and shuns the trappings of fame. His relationship with Alexandra Grant, a brilliant visual artist 52 years old, is the perfect extension of that authenticity. They met in 2009 at a dinner party, collaborated on books like Ode to Happiness (2011) and Shadows (2016), and went public in 2019. Since then, they’ve been inseparable yet fiercely private, appearing together at art events, motorcycle rides, and rare red carpets.

In an era of curated celebrity romances, their bond feels real: built on intellectual connection, mutual respect, and shared creativity. Alexandra, fluent in multiple languages and founder of grantLOVE project supporting artists, complements Keanu’s quiet depth. They’ve weathered rumors—engagement whispers in 2025 after spotted rings—but always emerge smiling, hand in hand.

This New Year’s ritual encapsulates their philosophy: life is best lived simply, with humor and heart. No yacht parties in Dubai or A-list bashes—just two people in love, under a table, eating grapes and forgetting the “rules” because their wishes have already come true in each other.

Fans flooded social media with reactions: “Keanu under a table eating grapes is the wholesome content we need for 2026.” “This is why we love him—he’s just like us, but with better hair.” “Alexandra and Keanu proving love doesn’t need extravagance.”

A Gentle Reminder for the New Year

As the world steps into 2026 amid uncertainties—global challenges, personal struggles—Keanu and Alexandra’s night offers a gentle lesson. Luck isn’t found in grandeur; it’s in laughter shared under a table, in forgetting perfection to embrace the mess, in choosing joy over performance.

Whether the grapes bring fortune or not (and for this couple, who seem to have everything that matters), their story reminds us: the best celebrations are the ordinary ones made extraordinary by love. Here’s to 2026—may it be filled with laughter, forgotten wishes that didn’t need voicing, and moments that make us all feel a little more human.