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Jeremy Renner is 'overwhelmed' by 'goodness' ahead of tell-all horror accident interview

Jeremy Renner has admitted he has been "overwhelmed with such goodness" after suffering a number of serious injuries when he was crushed by a snow plough.

The Marvel star, 52, said a "thank you will never be enough to express my gratitude" to those who helped save him.

Jeremy was left fighting for his life after he was was crushed by his 14,330lb snow plough on New Year's Day, suffering blunt chest trauma and orthopaedic injuries.

He was airlifted to hospital following the accident and broke more than 30 bones in the crush.

Jeremy insisted he is still alive now thanks to the "immediate actions" of multiple people, ahead of his first TV interview about the terrifying accident.

Jeremy Renner is set to reveal all about the crush (ABC)

Taking to Instagram ahead of his interview with US broadcaster Diane Sawyer, the actor promised fans he would reveal all about "the 911 situation".

"For those that want the 411 on the 911 situation that happened this past New Years morning, I spoke with the wonderful @dianesawyer to share details of the incident…. Tune in if you like," he wrote.

"Thank you for all the positive, loving prayers for me and my family! I am so truly grateful and honestly overwhelmed with such goodness.

"It has taken the immediate actions of so many people that has kept me here alive."

He was rushed to hospital after the accident (ABC)

Jeremy continued: "Thank you will never be enough to express my gratitude… so I can offer up some “Free Snowcat Rides” up at the house if you’re interested ??"

A trailer for the upcoming interview saw the Hawkeye star reveal he was "awake through every moment" of the incident.

The interview will also feature a recording of the 911 call made in the aftermath of the incident, in which Jeremy can be heard moaning in pain.

The actor's nephew also recalls how he found his uncle at the scene.

Since the incident Jeremy has kept his followers updated on his recovery, which has included using an anti-gravity treadmill and strengthening exercises.

When asked in the interview if he would like to do Marvel stunts again, he says: "I've lost a lot of flesh and bone in this experience, but I've been refuelled and refilled with love and titanium."

Jeremy Renner: The Diane Sawyer Interview – A Story of Terror, Survival and Triumph will air on April 6 on ABC.

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