‘She’s still adjusting to life’: Sandra Bullock finds strength with help from Keanu Reeves and close friends after Bryan Randall’s death

American actress and film producer Sandra Bullock is slowly finding her way forward after losing the love of her life, Bryan Randall, in 2023. Nearly two years after his passing, the actress is reportedly still grieving, taking each day as it comes.

While the pain has not disappeared, those close to her say Bullock is surrounded by friends who are gently helping her rediscover light during an incredibly difficult phase.

Friends helping Sandra Bullock through her grief

According to Star Magazine, an insider shared that Bullock is “coming back to life,” though the journey has been far from easy. The source said, “There are still hard days, when she really misses Bryan and feels lonely. She’s still adjusting to life without him.

She’s still mourning. She’s coming back to life, but it’s still one day at a time.”During this period, Bullock has leaned on a close circle of trusted friends. Among them is her longtime friend and former co-star Keanu Reeves, who has been a steady presence, offering quiet support. Friends star Jennifer Aniston has also been there for Bullock, reminding her that she is not alone as she navigates life after loss.

Finding comfort in work and familiar faces

Bullock is also drawing strength from returning to work. While preparing for Practical Magic 2, she reportedly found comfort in reuniting with

Nicole Kidman

and the largely female team behind the film. The insider revealed, “Spending time with Nicole and some of the original film’s producing team, which was largely women, was fantastic.

She wanted to have that experience and that reunion she knew would feed her soul.”For Bullock, these moments of connection have provided emotional grounding. Being around people who understand her journey has helped her reconnect with herself, even as the grief remains present.

Bryan Randall’s quiet strength and lasting impact

Bryan Randall passed away in August 2023 at the age of 57 after a private three-year battle with ALS. In a statement to PEOPLE, his family shared that he had chosen to keep his illness out of the public eye—a wish that those closest to him deeply respected.Bullock and Randall met in 2015 when he photographed her son Louis’ birthday party. Their bond grew into a deeply rooted partnership, though they never married. Speaking on Red Table Talk in 2021, Bullock explained why marriage was never necessary for them. She said, “I don’t want to say do it like I do it, but I don’t need a paper to be a devoted partner, devoted mother. I don’t need to be told to weather a storm with a good man.

”Together, they co-parented Bullock’s adopted children, Louis and Laila, along with Randall’s daughter, Skylar, from a previous relationship. Reflecting on his role in their lives, Bullock once shared, “He’s the example. He’s the example I would want my children to have.” She also described him as “very patient. A saint.”While Bryan Randall may no longer be physically present, his influence remains deeply woven into Bullock’s life. With the love of her children and the steady support of friends like Keanu Reeves, Sandra Bullock is taking small, brave steps forward—honouring a love that will always be part of her story.