Keanu Reeves Surprises San Francisco Crowd, Introduces Peter Hook & The Light at The Warfield
Keanu Reeves showed up unannounced at The Warfield in San Francisco on Monday, September 21, 2026, stepping onstage to introduce Peter Hook & The Light before the band's set. He didn't perform — after his brief intro, he headed up to the balcony to watch the rest of the show from the crowd.
The moment: a Joy Division classic, dedicated from the stage
The night's most talked-about moment came when former Joy Division and New Order bassist Peter Hook addressed Reeves directly from the stage and dedicated the Joy Division classic "Love Will Tear Us Apart" to him. The news was first compiled and shared by Music Pocket Magazine on social media.
Reeves' role was limited to the introduction — he handed the stage back to the band and retreated to the balcony seating to watch the full show as an audience member.
Show details
- Date: Monday, September 21, 2026
- Venue: The Warfield, San Francisco
- Performer: Peter Hook & The Light
- Special appearance: Keanu Reeves (introduction only)
About Peter Hook & The Light
Peter Hook is the former bassist of both Joy Division and New Order. His current touring outfit, Peter Hook & The Light, is built around performing material from both bands, with "Love Will Tear Us Apart" a long-standing fixture of the setlist.