Keanu Reeves is something of an enigma. Even people who have worked with him can’t quite pin the actor down. His insane net worth is just one of the things that has people confused, because while Reeves does indulge a bit in terms of buying expensive homes and cars, he’s also one of the most philanthropic actors out there.

And, by all accounts, he’s also a true humanitarian and gentleman, to boot.

The most recent reason why fans stan Keanu even more than ever? They’ve noticed that he keeps his paws to himself in photos with fans and colleagues.

Not only is Keanu dating visual artist Alexandra Grant, but fans also think that he may even be married. But long before he started stepping out with his gorgeous leading lady, Keanu was strictly hands-off with fans who begged for photos.

It’s kind of adorable, really, because too many people in Hollywood seem to take advantage of the opportunity to get up close and personal with adoring fans. But fans do wonder, why does Keanu have this somewhat odd habit? What’s the big deal with putting an arm around a fan who’s going gaga over him?

Truth be told, fans haven’t quite uncovered the answer to this conundrum. The behavior could be any number of reasons, highlights CheatSheet. But the primary explanation is that Keanu is just really respectful of the people he comes in contact with.

Though plenty of publications call him “the internet’s boyfriend,” CheatSheet quotes him as having said that it’s “wacky” to be called that. And yet, “the positivity’s great,” said the actor, which clearly means he appreciates fans’ freaking out over him, even if he doesn’t quite understand it.

Which sort of encompasses the way the public perceives Keanu overall. He always seems like a “respectful king,” notes CheatSheet, from the way he graciously agrees to take pics with fans to how he shares so much with the world that reveres him. And unlike other celebrities, Keanu has never had a scandal of any sort.

His biggest moment in the spotlight was when he was photographed by paparazzi looking “sad,” though he later denounced that assumption in a late-night TV interview.

Regardless, fans feel that Keanu’s primary motivation in life is to make his fans happy, which includes ensuring they feel respected during interactions with him. Plus, someone as in-tune as Reeves has got to recognize the risks involved with being photographed in a compromising position.

Apart from being respectful of his girlfriend and his fans, Keanu is ensuring that no uncouth allegations can be brought against him — his hands are clearly visible, so there’s no way he can get embroiled in any type of scandal.

TBH, it seems like that’s the primary motivation for Keanu’s odd yet endearing photo poses: to continue flying under the radar and cementing his spot as the internet’s BF.