Sydney Sweeney Reveals the "Personal" Connection Behind Her Role as a Boxing Champion's Story.
Actress Sydney Sweeney has opened up about her role as Christy Martin, a legendary boxer who experienced domestic violence at the hands of her then-husband in 2010. According to Sweeney, this storyline is "very personal" to her and has become a crucial aspect of her own life.
While she didn't elaborate on how her personal connection to the story, Sweeney shared that she relates to Christy's career due to her own passion for acting. She likened herself to a caged animal when it comes to her craft, finding freedom in the role and escaping the pressures of everyday life.
Sweeney also revealed that she grew very close to Christy Martin during filming, who was heavily involved with the project and even became Sweeney's best friend on set. Having Christy around had a profound impact on Sweeney, teaching her valuable lessons about self-empowerment, courage, and the importance of supporting friends.
The role has indeed been life-changing for Sweeney, helping her to realize aspects of herself she never knew existed. She credits Christy with teaching her how to stand up for herself, feel stronger in both personal and professional settings, and checking in on loved ones who might be struggling.
Sweeney's film "Christy" premieres in theaters on November 7th, shedding light on a harrowing true story that will undoubtedly leave audiences deeply moved.
Actress Sydney Sweeney has opened up about her role as Christy Martin, a legendary boxer who experienced domestic violence at the hands of her then-husband in 2010. According to Sweeney, this storyline is "very personal" to her and has become a crucial aspect of her own life.
While she didn't elaborate on how her personal connection to the story, Sweeney shared that she relates to Christy's career due to her own passion for acting. She likened herself to a caged animal when it comes to her craft, finding freedom in the role and escaping the pressures of everyday life.
Sweeney also revealed that she grew very close to Christy Martin during filming, who was heavily involved with the project and even became Sweeney's best friend on set. Having Christy around had a profound impact on Sweeney, teaching her valuable lessons about self-empowerment, courage, and the importance of supporting friends.
The role has indeed been life-changing for Sweeney, helping her to realize aspects of herself she never knew existed. She credits Christy with teaching her how to stand up for herself, feel stronger in both personal and professional settings, and checking in on loved ones who might be struggling.
Sweeney's film "Christy" premieres in theaters on November 7th, shedding light on a harrowing true story that will undoubtedly leave audiences deeply moved.