- Emmy-nominee, 26, ready for ‘physically and emotionally demanding’ part
- Biopic will be put on the market at the upcoming Cannes Film Festival
Sydney Sweeney will play boxer Christy Martin in a biopic directed by filmmaker David Michôd.
The biopic starring the 26-year-old Euphoria actress as the Hall of Fame boxer, 55, will be put on the market at the upcoming Cannes Film Festival, according to Deadline, which broke the news of the casting.
The Emmy-nominated actress shared a link to the Deadline article confirming her next role, saying she was ‘honored to tell Christy’s powerful story.’
The Spokane, Washington native spoke to the outlet about the experience she brings to the part in terms of combat sports, and the enthusiasm she brings into the pugilistic project.
‘I grappled and did kickboxing from 12-19 years old,’ Sweeney told Deadline. ‘I’ve been itching to get back into the ring, train, and transform my body.
‘Christy’s story isn’t a light one, it’s physically and emotionally demanding, there’s a lot of weight to carry. But I love challenging myself.’
Sydney Sweeney, 26, will play boxer Christy Martin, 55, in a biopic directed by filmmaker David Michôd