Latest news with #Christy
Cosmopolitan
17 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Cosmopolitan
Sydney Sweeney Shaggy Brunette Mullet Photos
Last year, it was shared that Sydney Sweeney, the blonde bombshell known to play Cassie Howard in Euphoria, was set to star as legendary boxer Christy Martin, dubbed 'the female Rocky' in her upcoming namesake biopic. And as expected, for the role, Sydney underwent a major physical transformation. Now, nine months on from the initial announcement, Sydney has posted another image of herself as Christy in the film, this time rocking a shocking brunette mullet, a style worlds apart from her trademark look. Sydney captioned the Instagram post, which has now racked up over 200,000 likes, 'CHRISTY.' Ding ding... Understandably, the hairdo in question is the result of a well-made wig (aka, it's movie magic, people); however, that doesn't take away from the drama of the transformation. After all, the shaggy texture of this '90s mullet is so on-trend ATM. Don't believe me? Read all about the style here. Paying homage to the boxing champion, Sydney previously shared her gratitude for landing the role. 'Well the cats out of the bag thanks to some paps in bushes so here's a little bts from my film I'm working on right now. over the past few months, I've been immersed in training to bring to life the story of an incredible woman—a true champion who fought battles both inside and outside the ring. Her journey is a testament to resilience, strength, and hope, and I'm honored to step into her shoes to share her powerful story with you all. More to come soon :) CHRISTY MARTIN," Sydney wrote in the caption of her first IG announcement.' And with that (and the new hairstyle), we cannot wait to see Sydney as Christy in full action. September 2025 can't come soon enough!
News18
18 hours ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Sydney Sweeney Unrecognisable As Boxer Christy Martin In First Look From Biopic ‘Christy'
Last Updated: Sydney Sweeney transforms into boxing legend Christy Martin for her upcoming biopic 'Christy', set to premiere at TIFF 2025. Sydney Sweeney is stepping into the ring—literally—for her most dramatic transformation yet. The Euphoria star is all set to portray legendary boxer Christy Martin in the upcoming biopic Christy, and the first official photo from the film is already creating waves. The image, released by Black Bear Pictures on July 21, shows Sweeney looking nearly unrecognisable with Christy Martin's signature dark curls, a muscular frame, and a boxer's fierce intensity. Wearing red gloves, long tassel shorts, a white tank top, and a mouthguard, Sweeney channels Martin's gritty energy in a boxing ring. The film is set to premiere at the 2025 Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) this September. Sweeney, who is known for her long blonde locks and glamorous red carpet appearances, underwent a stunning physical transformation for the role. In a June 2025 interview with W Magazine, she revealed that she gained over 30 pounds and trained rigorously to match Martin's powerful physique. 'I started eating. I weight-trained in the morning for an hour, kickboxed midday for about two hours, and then weight-trained again at night for an hour," she shared. 'My body was completely different. But it was amazing: I was so strong, like crazy strong." The biopic is directed by The King filmmaker David Michôd, who was reportedly stunned by Sweeney's commitment and transformation. Recalling a moment when he saw her again on the set of Euphoria season 3, he said, 'I was stunned by the change in her appearance. I had only seen her as an adorable, tough moppet with late-'80s hair, ready to box. Sydney was happiest when she was in the ring punching and being punched. It was shocking to see her being so glamorous." Sweeney first hinted at her role in Christy back in October 2024 by posting behind-the-scenes photos that showed off her bulked-up physique and ring training. First Published: July 23, 2025, 02:16 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Hindustan Times
20 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Sydney Sweeney stuns fans with Christy Martin transformation: ‘From lace to leather gloves'
Sydney Sweeney has stepped out of her comfort zone as she enters the boxing ring for her next role as trailblazing fighter Christy Martin. Known for her performances in Euphoria and The White Lotus, Sweeney sheds her glam avatar to portray an athlete who helped put women's boxing on the map in the 1990s. A newly released still from the film showcases her dramatic transformation, exuding physical grit and intensity, Parade magazine reported. Sydney Sweeney as Christy Martin(X/@thecinetra) The biopic promises to be as fierce as its subject. As soon as the first look of Sweeney dropped, fans could not keep calm and started talking about her unprecedented look on social media. Fans react to Sydney Sweeney as Christy Martin The new photograph captures Sydney in full transformation as Christy Martin. It features her in a fierce avatar, with mouthguard clenched and boxing gloves on. Clad in a white tank top and shorts, with dark, curly hair framing her determined face, Sweeney looks unrecognizable in it. Following the release of her look, social media users got excited about seeing a new side of the actress. 'I see the future Oscar winner' said one person on X (formerly Twitter), while another added, 'From lace to leather gloves. Sydney's switching lanes and I'm here for it.' Also Read: Sydney Sweeney launches lingerie line with Jeff Bezos' support, here are 5 celebs who did it first One fan even compared the role to Robert Pattinson, mentioning, 'She's going that Rob Pattinson pretty-to-pro route." About Christy Helmed by David Michôd, Christy will have its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival this September. Besides Sydney Sweeney, the project also features Merritt Wever, Katy O'Brian, Ben Foster, and Ethan Embry. Based on the gripping true story of Christy Martin, nicknamed the 'coal miner's daughter', the movie is said to follow her journey from substitute teacher to boxing icon, and later, survivor of a domestic violence incident. The movie is already drawing serious attention ahead of its debut. FAQs: 1. Who does Sydney Sweeney play in Christy? She plays real-life former boxing legend Christy Martin. 2. When does Christy premiere? The film will premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival in September 2025. 3. What has been the fan reaction to Sydney's transformation? Fans are calling her performance 'Oscar-worthy' and praising her bold new look.
USA Today
21 hours ago
- Entertainment
- USA Today
Sydney Sweeney transforms into boxer Christy Martin in biopic: See the photo
Could Sydney Sweeney be headed for her first Oscar nod? The "Euphoria" star, 27, looks unrecognizable as boxer Christy Martin in a new photo that she shared on Instagram from the upcoming biopic "Christy." The photo was released as the movie set its world premiere for September's Toronto International Film Festival. "Christy" is described as the "unbelievable true story" of Martin, "who rose to fame as America's most successful female boxer in the 1990s." The first woman signed to a promotional contract by Don King, she competed from 1989 to the mid-2010s. In 2010, Martin survived an attempted murder by her then-husband, who was later found guilty and sentenced to 25 years in prison. Sweeney previously told W Magazine that she gained more than 30 pounds for the role. "I came onboard to play Christy, and I had about three and a half months of training," she told the outlet. "I started eating. I weight-trained in the morning for an hour, kickboxed midday for about two hours, and then weight-trained again at night for an hour." The "Anyone But You" actress continued, "My body was completely different. I didn't fit in any of my clothes. I'm usually a size 23 in jeans, and I was wearing a size 27. My boobs got bigger. And my butt got huge. It was crazy! I was like, Oh my god.' But it was amazing: I was so strong, like crazy strong." Director David Michôd also told W Magazine that Sweeney "trained her butt off" for the film, which he described as a "wild mix of inspiring underdog sports-world story and personal saga." Sweeney previously shared a glimpse of herself as Martin on Instagram in October, teasing that the movie is about "a true champion who fought battles both inside and outside the ring." When the film wrapped production in November, she called it "one of the most emotional, transformative experiences of my life" and noted that Martin herself was present during filming. "There were moments on set where I'd glance over at her standing by the monitors, cheering us on, and I'd just become so emotional," Sweeney said. "Knowing what she's endured, what she's pushed through to be there in that moment — it made me want to cry." This will be the latest movie to see Sweeney portray a real-life figure after she earned acclaim for her role as whistleblower Reality Winner in the 2023 film "Reality." The Toronto International Film Festival, where "Christy" is set to premiere, often serves as a launching pad for future Oscar contenders, meaning Sweeney could be well-positioned for her first Academy Award nod in 2026. Contributing: Saman Shafiq and Taijuan Moorman, USA TODAY
Daily Mirror
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Euphoria star looks totally different as they transform into boxer for new film
A Euphoria star looked totally different in new stills from the upcoming movie, Christy, where they take on the role of a professional boxer Euphoria actress Sydney Sweeney looked unrecognisable after transforming into professional boxer Christy Martin for the upcoming movie, Christy. The Anyone But You star rose to fame on Euphoria as Cassie and went on to star in the likes of Madame Web, Immaculate, and The White Lotus. Sydney went for a completely different role for Christy, where she plays the titular character. In new snaps from the movie, the star rocked a short brown wig, a mouth guard, a white vest, shorts and boxing gloves as she fought in the ring. In recent months, fans noticed how she underwent a huge body transformation for the role and gained a lot of muscle in order to accurately portray Christy. The actress is usually known for her long blonde locks and sleek figure. Her new film is scheduled for released in September this year. Professional boxer Christy, also known as The Coal Miner's Daughter, put women's boxing on the map after going against Deridre Gogarty at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas in 1996. The 56-year-old was on the cover of Sports Illustrated, appeared on talk shows for interviews and even popped up for cameos in sitcoms. However, her life at home was a lot different as she suffered through 20 years of abuse at the hands of her husband, James 'Jim' Martin, who also trained her. In late 2010, Jim stabbed her several times before shooting her in the torso. The horrific incident is said to have unfolded after a row at their home. Thankfully, she survived the attack. He was sentenced to 25 years in prison after he was found guilty of attempted second-degree murder and manslaughter. Christy went on to marry former boxer Lisa Holewyne in 2017. She previously spoke o Sydney taking on the role of her in an interview with TMZ. She said: "I think she is young, hot, talented and about to make a movie that in 20+ years, fathers will watch with their daughters to make them aware of domestic violence. "I want this movie to bring awareness to domestic violence, the challenge of sexuality and overall underdog story. I am a coal miner's daughter from a small town in southern West Virginia that made an impact in a sport that wasn't taken seriously - women's boxing."
