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The Irish Sun
5 days ago
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- The Irish Sun
Channel 4 reality star lands major Hollywood role in record-breaking series- and she's already on set filming
MARRIED at First Sight star Sacha Jones has cracked Hollywood after landing a role in an Amazon Prime drama. The reality star - who found fame 4 Married At First Sight's Sacha Jones has landed a Hollywood role Credit: Instagram 4 She tied the knot with Ross McCarthy on the show Credit: Channel 4 4 Sacha is set to appear in The Chosen Credit: Netflix She has flown out to Dallas today to start filming for the drama series. A source said: 'Sacha is very religious so this part means the absolute world to her as the series tells the story of Jesus. 'She auditioned for the role and producers fell in love with her. 'It could make her a huge star. Her parents are absolutely delighted.' Read more on Channel 4 The Sun has contacted a rep for Sacha for comment. The historical drama depicts Jesus' life through ordinary people - such as his disciples and the government. Sacha They tied the knot at the start of MAFS' 2024 series when sparks flew and everything seemed perfect between the pair. Most read in News TV The couple went from strength to strength, with them dubbed as one of the strongest couples early on in the series. Not everything progressed as well as it could for the couple when cracks began to show and Ross' temper began to flare. Furious MAFS star slams 'desperate' rival and reveals the 'real reason' for reunion feud in 'final word' video after she's accused of abuse Sacha was keen to move to Manchester to be with Ross, with her even open to leaving her life in Birmingham behind. Despite their vow renewal ceremony ending in married bliss, it was revealed the A source at the time told MailOnline: "Sacha had an incredible experience filming Married At First Sight UK and she truly thought her marriage with Ross would work. "She moved to Manchester to be with him but after just two weeks he went cold and ended their romance for good." Earlier this year, It came after she posted a series of images to mark her dad's birthday. Married At First Sight viewers will be familiar with her West Midlands-based parents Bryn and Alison, who Yet while E4 fans will recognise the duo on the snaps, a mystery male is seen at the dining table at Willow, in Sutton Coldfield, too. One fan - who saw This follower commented: "Aw glad you found love x" Married at First Sight UK 2024 Here's who you can expect in the Mafs 2024 cast: However, Sacha replied: "Took me a good while to work out what you was on about. "You mean my little brother? Haha. Only man in my life that isn't family is still only Jesus currently hahahaa x" After Sacha had set the record straight, another fan posted: "Happy Birthday Papa Sacha." As a second shared: "Aww your parents are so sweet x" 4 Sacha and Ross' relationship later came to an end Credit: Channel 4
Scottish Sun
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Channel 4 reality star lands major Hollywood role in record-breaking series- and she's already on set filming
The star was a fan favourite during her reality TV stint big break Channel 4 reality star lands major Hollywood role in record-breaking series- and she's already on set filming MARRIED at First Sight star Sacha Jones has cracked Hollywood after landing a role in an Amazon Prime drama. The reality star - who found fame while paired with Ross McCarthy on last year's series - is set to star in The Chosen. Advertisement 4 Married At First Sight's Sacha Jones has landed a Hollywood role Credit: Instagram 4 She tied the knot with Ross McCarthy on the show Credit: Channel 4 4 Sacha is set to appear in The Chosen Credit: Netflix She has flown out to Dallas today to start filming for the drama series. A source said: 'Sacha is very religious so this part means the absolute world to her as the series tells the story of Jesus. 'She auditioned for the role and producers fell in love with her. 'It could make her a huge star. Her parents are absolutely delighted.' Advertisement The Sun has contacted a rep for Sacha for comment. The historical drama depicts Jesus' life through ordinary people - such as his disciples and the government. Sacha was a fan favourite on Married At First Sight, but split with Ross at the end of the series. They tied the knot at the start of MAFS' 2024 series when sparks flew and everything seemed perfect between the pair. Advertisement The couple went from strength to strength, with them dubbed as one of the strongest couples early on in the series. Not everything progressed as well as it could for the couple when cracks began to show and Ross' temper began to flare. Furious MAFS star slams 'desperate' rival and reveals the 'real reason' for reunion feud in 'final word' video after she's accused of abuse Sacha was keen to move to Manchester to be with Ross, with her even open to leaving her life in Birmingham behind. Despite their vow renewal ceremony ending in married bliss, it was revealed the couple split two weeks after filming wrapped. Advertisement A source at the time told MailOnline: "Sacha had an incredible experience filming Married At First Sight UK and she truly thought her marriage with Ross would work. "She moved to Manchester to be with him but after just two weeks he went cold and ended their romance for good." Earlier this year, Sacha addressed comments on her "new boyfriend" following the relationship breakdown on the show. It came after she posted a series of images to mark her dad's birthday. Advertisement Married At First Sight viewers will be familiar with her West Midlands-based parents Bryn and Alison, who gave their take on her marriage to Ross. Yet while E4 fans will recognise the duo on the snaps, a mystery male is seen at the dining table at Willow, in Sutton Coldfield, too. One fan - who saw Sacha break down on-screen after her renewal vows with Ross, before the dad of one dumped her - put two and two together to link the blonde influencer with the male diner. This follower commented: "Aw glad you found love x" Advertisement Married at First Sight UK 2024 Here's who you can expect in the Mafs 2024 cast: Emma, 31 from Bristol Sacha, 29 from Birmingham Kristina, 31 from East Sussex Eve, 31 from Omagh Holly, 29 from Huddersfield Charlie, 30 from Surrey Richelle, 48 from London Polly, 28 from Kent Lacey, 27 from Hertfordshire Adam, 33 from Nottingham Alex, 28 from Birmingham Casper, 34 from New Forest Kieran, 28 from Newcastle Nathan, 24 from Somerset Orson, 41 from St Kitts and Nevis Ross, 32 from Manchester However, Sacha replied: "Took me a good while to work out what you was on about. "You mean my little brother? Haha. Only man in my life that isn't family is still only Jesus currently hahahaa x" After Sacha had set the record straight, another fan posted: "Happy Birthday Papa Sacha." As a second shared: "Aww your parents are so sweet x" Advertisement
Daily Mail
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
How to get an ultra-ripped physique in your 50s like Sacha Baron Cohen - as Borat star unveils his post-divorce revenge body
Sacha Baron Cohen has shocked fans with his jaw-dropping transformation for the role of Marvel's hot supervillain Mephisto. The British Borat actor, 53, who split from Australian actress Isla Fisher in 2023, after more than two decades together, looked worlds away from his former self as he showed off his ripped body in the new issue of Men's Fitness UK. He revealed he had just three weeks to get into superhero shape, putting in the 'hard work' ready to portray Mephisto, a devil-like figure who makes Faustian bargains. Speaking to the publication, Sacha revealed he and his celeb-loved trainer Alfonso Moretti concentrated on short workouts of 25 minutes, a diet high in fibre and protein as well as low in sugar and '100 push ups a day'. Celebrating his topless cover, the Ali G star also quipped on his Instagram page that he used 'private chefs and personal trainers'. But for people who want to avoid pricey options like personal cooks and trainers, fitness experts have thankfully told FEMAIL the secrets to getting an ultra-ripped body over the age of 50 like Sacha. Mark Harris, fitness expert at Mirafit, said: 'For anyone aiming for a similar physique, it's all about the right approach.' He noted that those hoping to achieve a toned physique like Sacha's need to establish 'a well-tailored workout routine that combines cardio and strength-training elements, while still including substantial recovery periods'. 'I recommend aiming for around three to four weekly training sessions, focusing on weighted exercises such as deadlifts and squats. 'Prioritising form over reps is essential for avoiding any injury which could stunt progress. Cardio is beneficial on less intense days; even a brisk walk can effectively manage weight and boost recovery. 'On recovery days, opting for yoga or pilates sessions can help reduce injury risk while improving flexibility and mobility, which can boost performance during workouts. 'These active recovery days allow people to strive towards their fitness goals, such as achieving Sacha's incredible physique while prioritising rest.' Mark concluded: 'Overall, with the right approach to fitness, I believe anyone, at any age, can reach their fitness goals. The combination of recovery, strength-training, cardio and amending lifestyle habits has allowed this actor to achieve a slimmer and more defined physique. 'With the help of expert trainers, Sacha has credited short but intense workouts as his focus. This means rigorous strength and cardio-based routines, combining a variety of functional movements, high-intensity interval training and weight lifting, giving him this incredible transformation. 'He also credits nutrition as a massive element to his success, claiming he "replaced beer with protein shakes". This highlights his commitment to his fitness regime, revealing how amending unhealthy lifestyle habits, such as alcohol intake, plays a massive role in fitness success.' Meanwhile, Rachael Sacerdoti, a personal trainer and nutritionist, said that 'regular people' should skip the complexity of Sacha's intense transformation and instead focus on getting 'genuinely stronger in basic movements'. Her tips included: 'Eating 35-40g protein per meal, not just post-workout. Training a minimum of three times weekly with complete focus rather than six mediocre sessions. Sleeping 7-9 hours non-negotiably. Most importantly, give yourself time.' 'Sacha had a short amount of time combined with unlimited resources and die hard discipline. You need the same focus, even if your timeline stretches longer,' urged the fitness expert. 'People in their fifties have better mind-muscle connection and discipline than younger individuals. 'While hormones shift with age, they remain sufficient for significant muscle building and fat loss. Women may need to focus more on strength training to combat post-menopausal muscle loss, but the principles remain identical. 'The real victory isn't looking like a Marvel character, it's proving your body can still undergo remarkable transformation at any age.' Elsewhere, Kunal Makwana, personal trainer and founder of KMAK Fitness in the UK and US, who has trained hundreds of men over 50, insisted that the 'first three weeks are when you're likely to see the biggest change'. 'You're not going to become ripped overnight but if you commit, you'll look and feel drastically better within 21 days,' said the fitness expert. The trainer explained: 'The key to a lean, defined look after 50 is resistance training as you're losing muscle mass every year. Focus on compound movements like squats, presses, and rows which are high impact and will give you amazing results. 'Low-impact cardio, even just walking, helps burn fat without stressing your joints. It helps with fat loss at any age. 'For most men over 50, training once a day for 45–60 minutes, 4–5 times a week, is ideal. A typical weekly routine should include two upper body sessions, one lower body day, one full-body metabolic workout, and one or two active recovery days. 'On Day 1, you'd focus on upper body strength with dumbbell bench presses, overhead presses, tricep dips and incline push-ups, followed by a core finisher like planks and leg raises. 'Day 2 would be lower body and core: bodyweight squats to warm up, followed by goblet squats, lunges, glute bridges and ab work like dead bugs and plank shoulder taps. 'Day 3 is for active recovery: walking 10,000 steps and doing 15 minutes of mobility work, targeting the hips, back and hamstrings. It's not a rest day where you lie on the sofa, it's about keeping your body moving so your joints stay happy and your recovery stays on track. 'Day 4 is back to upper body, this time with a pulling focus, so rows, lat pulldowns or assisted pull-ups, bicep curls and rear delt flys, with a core finisher like Russian twists. 'Day 5 is a full-body metabolic session with a 20–30-minute high-intensity circuit made up of kettlebell swings, push-ups, squats, dumbbell snatches and planks.' The fitness expert said: 'Most men over 50 are eating way too little protein. Aim for at least 1.6g per kg of body weight per day and cut back on processed carbs and booze to help get rid of belly fat. 'This isn't about starving yourself, it's about cleaning up your diet. You want nutrient-dense foods, not just fewer calories so incorporate lean meats, veg, whole grains and healthy fats. 'Hormones like testosterone and cortisol have a huge impact on body composition. Getting 7+ hours of quality sleep and drinking 2–3L of water daily will support fat loss and muscle recovery. 'The goal isn't to train like a 25-year-old. It's to train like a smart 50+ man who wants to look incredible, stay injury-free, and feel strong and capable. 'Sacha's physique is lean, athletic and realistic which is what makes it so aspirational. Most guys over 50 can see real changes in just three weeks with this kind of approach. You don't need to be extreme, just consistent and your body will respond fast.' Sacha underwent his superhero makeover ahead of stepping into the Marvel universe as a devilishly good-looking demon. Posing shirtless for the fitness magazine cover, the actor looked incredible as he showed off his chiselled abs and toned arms. Speaking to the publication, Sacha revealed he turned to Matthew McConaughey to get the phone number of celebrity trainer Alfonso Moretti, who has well-established reputation for transforming physiques on impossible deadlines. He joked: 'I called Matthew and asked for help. After asking who I was and how I'd gotten his number, he finally gave me Alfonso's contact'. Sacha went on to have a FaceTime meeting with Alfonso, who got him to strip down to his underwear during their first chat. Due to the short time frame and Alfonso workout methods, Sacha was tasked with being 'consistent' by doing '100 push ups a day'. But the actor's incredible transformation was far from marathon workouts and extreme dieting, as they concentrated on short workouts and a diet high in fibre and protein as well as low in sugar. He said: '25-minute workouts that were sustainable. Even while filming, the workouts happened. In the past, I would've thought you needed hour-long sessions. 'But the short sessions made it so much easier to stay consistent - even with the demands of being on set.' By the two-week mark, Sacha's wardrobe team had to spend $5,000 (£3,600) altering costumes because his body had changed so significantly. He was leaner, stronger, and fitter than ever before. His trainer Alfonso gushed: '100 per cent committed. He could be filming for 15 hours, start at 6am, finish at nine at night and he'd still send me a text: "Do you have time for a workout?"' Revealing his new appearance on his Instagram Story, the funnyman quipped: 'This is not AI, I really am egotistical enough to do this.' He also wrote that he is 'hard launching my mid-life crisis' and 'debuting my new character: middle aged man who replaced beer with protein shakes' His trainer also shared the magazine's photos to Instagram and wrote that he 'could not be more proud' of Sacha after working out with him. 'Sacha trusted my process and followed the plan exactly. Not only did he earn better health and fitness with incredible aesthetics…but also… The COVER of Men's Fitness!!!' Moretti wrote. 'From Borat to Buff full article coming this Friday! For now, enjoy the pictures. Tell me he doesn't look absolutely incredible!' In a recent press conference, Marvel chief Kevin Feige confirmed that Sacha will be portraying the MCU character. Sacha first rose to fame in the 1990s with his Ali G character, the infamous spoof wannabe gangster who became a comedy star. He also starred as Borat, a journalist from Kazakhstan, and played the role of flamboyant Austrian fashionista Bruno. He split with Australian actress Isla Fisher in 2023, after more than two decades together. The former couple share three children.
News18
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Sacha Baron Cohen Was ‘Joking' About Using Ozempic To Transform Body For Marvel Role
Published By : Bang Showbiz Last Updated: Sacha Baron Cohen has claimed he was 'only joking' when he claimed to have used Ozempic to help achieve his new muscular physique for a Marvel role. Sacha Baron Cohen insists he was 'only joking" when he claimed to have used Ozempic to help achieve his new muscular physique for a Marvel role. The 53-year-old actor appeared on the cover of Men's Fitness UK this week, debuting his dramatic body transformation ahead of playing the villain Mephisto in Marvel's Ironheart miniseries. Alongside images from the shoot, Sacha posted on Instagram: 'Some celebs use Ozempic, some use private chefs, some use personal trainers. I did all three." He added: 'This is not AI. I really am egotistical enough to do this. Debuting my new character. Middle aged man who replaced beer with protein shakes." Sacha also thanked his trainer Alfonso Moretti, writing: 'Thanks @theangrytrainer for doing the unthinkable – putting up with me for 25 minutes a day." However, after the post prompted widespread speculation and some backlash, representatives for Sacha have told MailOnline he 'was only joking" about using Ozempic. They added that the transformation was entirely the result of 'hard work". Speaking to Men's Fitness UK, Sacha said he had only three weeks to get into superhero shape and credited Alfonso, also known as 'The Angry Trainer', with designing a focused programme of short daily workouts and strict nutrition. Sacha said: '25-minute workouts that were sustainable. Even while filming, the workouts happened. 'In the past, I would've thought you needed hour-long sessions." He said the plan included 100 push-ups a day and a diet high in fibre and protein, with minimal sugar. At the start of training, Alfonso reportedly told Sacha he had 'the core strength of an arthritic jellyfish" but praised his consistency. Within two weeks, Marvel's costume department reportedly spent $5,000 (£3,600) making adjustments to his wardrobe due to changes in his physique. Sacha revealed he reached out to actor Matthew McConaughey for a trainer recommendation, which led him to Alfonso. Their first meeting was via FaceTime, during which the trainer asked Sacha to strip to his underwear so he could assess his body. Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige recently confirmed Sacha will portray Mephisto – a demonic entity who appears in the Ironheart series, and who has long been rumoured to be joining the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Sacha rose to prominence in the late 1990s with his Ali G character, followed by major roles in Borat, Brüno, and The Dictator. First Published: July 25, 2025, 13:28 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.
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Sacha Baron Cohen ‘only joking' over using Ozempic to transform body for Marvel role
Sacha Baron Cohen insists he was 'only joking' when he claimed to have used Ozempic to help achieve his new muscular physique for a Marvel role. The 53-year-old actor appeared on the cover of Men's Fitness UK this week, debuting his dramatic body transformation ahead of playing the villain Mephisto in Marvel's Ironheart miniseries. Alongside images from the shoot, Sacha posted on Instagram: 'Some celebs use Ozempic, some use private chefs, some use personal trainers. I did all three.' He added: 'This is not AI. I really am egotistical enough to do this. Debuting my new character. Middle aged man who replaced beer with protein shakes.' Sacha also thanked his trainer Alfonso Moretti, writing: 'Thanks @theangrytrainer for doing the unthinkable – putting up with me for 25 minutes a day.' However, after the post prompted widespread speculation and some backlash, representatives for Sacha have told MailOnline he 'was only joking' about using Ozempic. They added that the transformation was entirely the result of 'hard work'. Speaking to Men's Fitness UK, Sacha said he had only three weeks to get into superhero shape and credited Alfonso, also known as 'The Angry Trainer', with designing a focused programme of short daily workouts and strict nutrition. Sacha said: '25-minute workouts that were sustainable. Even while filming, the workouts happened. 'In the past, I would've thought you needed hour-long sessions.' He said the plan included 100 push-ups a day and a diet high in fibre and protein, with minimal sugar. At the start of training, Alfonso reportedly told Sacha he had 'the core strength of an arthritic jellyfish' but praised his consistency. Within two weeks, Marvel's costume department reportedly spent $5,000 (£3,600) making adjustments to his wardrobe due to changes in his physique. Sacha revealed he reached out to actor Matthew McConaughey for a trainer recommendation, which led him to Alfonso. Their first meeting was via FaceTime, during which the trainer asked Sacha to strip to his underwear so he could assess his body. Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige recently confirmed Sacha will portray Mephisto – a demonic entity who appears in the Ironheart series, and who has long been rumoured to be joining the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Sacha rose to prominence in the late 1990s with his Ali G character, followed by major roles in Borat, Brüno, and The Dictator.
