In the quiet corners of Los Angeles, where creativity and connection intertwine, Alexandra Grant, the celebrated visual artist and philanthropist, recently shared the intimate details of a moment that changed her life forever: the night Keanu Reeves, her partner of over a decade, proposed to her in the most understated yet profoundly meaningful way. The setting was not a lavish restaurant or a scenic cliffside but the cozy, book-filled haven of X Artists’ Books, the publishing house Grant co-founded. The proposal, which took place in the spring of 2025, was as unique as the couple themselves, centered around a single book, a hidden ring, and a love story written in their own quiet language.
A Partnership Rooted in Art and Understanding
Keanu Reeves and Alexandra Grant have long been a beacon of authenticity in a world obsessed with spectacle. Their relationship, which began as a creative collaboration in 2011 with the book Ode to Happiness, blossomed into a deep, private romance that captivated fans when they went public in 2019. Grant, 52, with her silvery hair and introspective artistry, and Reeves, 60, the Hollywood icon known for his humility, share a bond grounded in mutual respect, intellectual curiosity, and a shared love for storytelling. Their partnership has weathered the pressures of fame, with the couple choosing to live quietly, focusing on their creative projects and philanthropy.
X Artists’ Books, founded by Grant and her collaborators in 2017, became a cornerstone of their relationship. The small press, dedicated to publishing artist-driven books, reflects Grant’s passion for fostering creativity and Reeves’ admiration for her vision. The bookstore and studio, tucked away in a modest Los Angeles neighborhood, is filled with shelves of eclectic titles, art supplies, and the faint scent of ink and paper. It was here, in this sanctuary of ideas, that Reeves chose to ask Grant to spend the rest of her life with him.
The Night of the Proposal
In an interview with a literary magazine on July 4, 2025, Grant opened up about the proposal, her eyes sparkling with the memory. “Keanu has a way of making the ordinary feel extraordinary,” she said. “He doesn’t need grand gestures—he finds meaning in the small, thoughtful moments.” The evening began like many others: the couple, after a long day of work, decided to spend time at X Artists’ Books, a place where they often found solace. The bookstore was closed to the public, leaving just the two of them surrounded by the soft glow of string lights and the rustle of pages.
Reeves, dressed in his signature casual attire—a black jacket, jeans, and scuffed boots—had been unusually quiet that evening, Grant recalled. “He was fidgeting a little, which is rare for him,” she said with a laugh. “I thought he was just tired from filming.” Unbeknownst to her, Reeves had been planning the moment for weeks, carefully selecting the perfect book to serve as the vessel for his proposal. The book, a rare first edition of a poetry collection by Rainer Maria Rilke, was one Grant had mentioned admiring years earlier during a late-night conversation about literature.
As they wandered through the shelves, Reeves handed her the book, his expression soft but focused. “He said, ‘I found something I think you’ll love. The words in here… they feel like you,’” Grant recounted. Touched by his thoughtfulness, she took the book and began flipping through its pages, savoring the weight of the paper and the cadence of the poetry. When she reached page 29, her breath caught. Nestled between the pages, glinting in the dim light, was a simple silver ring, its understated elegance a reflection of their shared aesthetic.
“I looked up at him, and he was just standing there, his hands in his pockets, with this shy smile,” Grant said. “Then he said, ‘Alexandra, you’re my home. Will you marry me?’” The moment was so perfectly Keanu—quiet, sincere, and deeply personal—that Grant said she felt the world pause. “I didn’t even say yes right away,” she admitted. “I just hugged him, and the ring fell out of the book onto the floor. We were both laughing and scrambling to pick it up.”
A Ring and a Promise
The ring, Grant revealed, was a custom piece designed by a local artisan, featuring a small engraving of a constellation the couple had once stargazed under during a trip to the desert. “It’s not flashy, but it’s us,” she said. “Keanu knows I don’t care for extravagance, but he wanted something that felt like a piece of our story.” The choice of page 29 was deliberate, too—Reeves later explained that the poem on that page, about love as a journey of mutual growth, reminded him of their relationship. “He said he read the whole book twice to make sure it was the right page,” Grant said, her voice warm with affection.
The proposal, though simple, was a culmination of years of shared moments. Reeves and Grant had faced challenges together, from the scrutiny of public attention to personal losses that deepened their bond. Reeves, who has endured the tragic loss of his stillborn daughter and former partner, and Grant, who has navigated the complexities of being a private artist in the public eye, found in each other a safe harbor. “We’ve always been a team,” Grant said. “That night, it felt like we were promising to keep building our life together, page by page.”
The Aftermath and Public Reaction
After Grant said yes, the couple celebrated quietly, sitting on the floor of the bookstore with a bottle of wine and a stack of their favorite books. “We read passages to each other until midnight,” she said. “It was the most romantic, nerdy thing we could’ve done.” They kept the engagement private for weeks, sharing the news only with close friends and family, including Reeves’ sister, Kim, and Grant’s collaborators at X Artists’ Books.
When the engagement was revealed, fans and media erupted with joy. Social media platforms, particularly X, buzzed with posts celebrating the couple’s love story. “Keanu proposing with a book and a ring on page 29? That’s the most Keanu thing ever,” one user wrote. Another posted, “Alexandra Grant and Keanu Reeves are proof that love doesn’t need to be loud to be epic.” The couple’s decision to keep the moment intimate resonated with fans who admire their authenticity in an industry often defined by excess.
The literary community also embraced the story, with bookstores across Los Angeles hosting events inspired by the proposal. X Artists’ Books saw an influx of visitors, many leaving notes of congratulations or purchasing copies of Rilke’s poetry. Grant, ever the advocate for independent publishing, used the attention to highlight the importance of small presses. “If our story inspires someone to pick up a book or support an artist, that’s the best outcome,” she said.
A Love Story for the Ages
For Grant, the proposal was not just about the ring or the moment but about the life she and Reeves have built together. Their shared passions—art, literature, and giving back—have shaped their relationship and their future. The couple has no plans for a lavish wedding, with Grant hinting at a small ceremony surrounded by books and loved ones. “We’re not in a rush,” she said. “We’re just happy to be each other’s person.”
Reeves, typically private about his personal life, has remained silent on the proposal, letting Grant share the story in her own words. But those close to the actor say he’s never been happier. “Keanu’s always been a romantic at heart,” a friend said. “Alexandra brings out his joy in a way that’s beautiful to see.” The couple continues to collaborate on creative projects, with plans to release a new book through X Artists’ Books in 2026, a project they describe as “a love letter to art and each other.”
As the world celebrates their engagement, Grant reflects on the simplicity of that night in the bookstore. “Keanu didn’t need fireworks or a grand speech,” she said. “He gave me a book, a ring, and his heart. That’s more than enough.” In a single, quiet moment on page 29, Keanu Reeves and Alexandra Grant wrote the next chapter of their love story—one that promises to be as timeless as the pages that hold it.
