Sydney Sweeney showed off a stunning physical transformation to play boxer Christy Martin in an upcoming biopic as filming began in North Carolina on Sunday.
The Euphoria actress, 27, who stunned fans with her new look on set, appeared to have her famous bust taped together as she wore a baggy T-shirt and gray shorts as she walked onto set.
The star, known for her blowout blonde look and famous curves, completed the transformation with a curly brown wig and white and gray sneakers.
She wore minimal makeup as she chatted with team members while keeping her enviable curves a secret.
Previously, Sweeney hid her famous curves with a brown shirt, blue hoodie and sweatpants on set.
Sydney Sweeney showed off a stunning physical transformation to play boxer Christy Martin in an upcoming biopic as filming began in North Carolina on Sunday.
The Euphoria actress, 27, who stunned fans with her new look on set, appeared to have her famous bust taped on set – pictured from February 2024.
Known as ‘The Coal Miner’s Daughter’ thanks to her father’s work, Christy, 56, originally from West Virginia, is credited with putting women’s boxing on the map after taking on Deirdre Gogarty in front of a crowd sold out at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas in 1996.
She appeared on the cover of Sports Illustrated, appeared on talk shows, and even made guest appearances on American sitcoms.
However, her life away from the cameras was anything but glamorous. Christy has spoken to him Daily Telegraph about how she spent 20 years suffering abuse at the hands of her husband, James ‘Jim’ Martin, who was also her coach.
On November 23, 2010, he stabbed Christy multiple times and shot her at least once in the torso, leaving her for dead.
The attack reportedly occurred after an argument at home: Christy survived the assault.
In June 2012, Jim was sentenced to 25 years in prison after being found guilty of attempted second-degree murder and involuntary manslaughter.
Christy now works as a promoter and has been married to Lisa Holewyne, a former boxer whom she often met in the ring, since 2017, after coming out as a lesbian following the breakdown of her marriage.
In May, Martin revealed that she was elated. about the actress who took on the challenge of playing her and said she would also be eager to help her prepare for the role.
Christy Martin is seen in March 1996, after defeating Deirdre Gogarty of Ireland during their fight for the WBC lightweight boxing championship.
The star, known for her blowout blonde look and famous curves, completed the transformation with a curly brown wig and white and gray sneakers.
The Everyone But You star is seen in her usual outfit in March 2024.
Sweeney kept her curvy curves hidden during the day.
She was wearing a loose-fitting blouse and plum-colored shorts, paired with a wig.
Christy, 56, originally from West Virginia, is credited with putting women’s boxing on the map after facing Deirdre Gogarty in front of a sold-out crowd at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas in 1996; Pictured with her husband Jim in 1996.
On November 23, 2010, Jim stabbed Christy, stabbing her multiple times and shooting her at least once in the torso, leaving her for dead (pictured in 1996).
When talking about the project, which will be directed by filmmaker David Michôd, he said TMZ who is thrilled with the casting, especially considering Sweeney’s background in MMA and combat sports.
The Emmy-nominated actress said she was ready for the “physically and emotionally demanding” role in the biopic, which will premiere at the Cannes Film Festival.
The Hall of Fame boxer gushed about Sweeney and also completely refuted claims that the Euphoria star “isn’t pretty and can’t act,” as a top Hollywood producer previously claimed.
“I think she is young, attractive and talented,” he said of the protagonist.
He added that Sweeney is “about to make a movie that in more than 20 years, parents will watch with their daughters to raise awareness about domestic violence.”
Martin also explained the importance of the biopic because it is about more than just his career and journey in boxing.
“I want this film to raise awareness about domestic violence, the challenge of sexuality and the overall underdog story,” she said.
“I’m the daughter of a coal miner from a small town in southern West Virginia who made an impact on a sport that wasn’t taken seriously: women’s boxing.”
And although Martin was not involved in the casting and has not yet spoken to Sweeney, she said she was honored to have the Euphoria alum take on the role.
He added that he would love to help her with boxing training, which Sweeney already has experience with.
In May, Martin revealed that she was delighted that the actress took on the challenge of playing her and said she would also be eager to help her prepare for the role; seen August 2020
Sweeney previously said that he “wrestled and kickboxed from the ages of 12 to 19.”
“I was looking forward to getting back in the ring, training and transforming my body,” he told Deadline.
Additionally, Martin added that he would love to make a cameo as a nod to his fans.
