Charlize Theron Contemplates Departing from Action Films Due to Physical Strain
Charlize Theron, the renowned 48-year-old actress celebrated for her roles in high-octane franchises such as Fast and Furious and Mad Max, is contemplating a shift away from action films, acknowledging the toll they have taken on her physical well-being. As she ages, Theron is reevaluating her priorities, with a strong focus on her health, especially in light of injuries sustained during the production of action-packed movies.
When queried about her future involvement in adrenaline-fueled projects, Theron candidly shared with Allure, “The thing that really bums me out is that I make action movies now and if I hurt myself, I take way longer to heal than I did in my 20s.”
In comparing her present physical condition to her younger self, Theron, renowned for her lead role in Atomic Blonde, revealed that maintaining her fitness has become an energy-sapping endeavor. She remarked, “I wish I had my 25-year-old body that I can just throw against the wall and not even hurt tomorrow. Now, if I don’t work out for three days and I go back to the gym, I can’t walk. I can’t sit down on the toilet. It’s all those very real moments.”
Her concerns about potential life-altering injuries hold weight. Theron disclosed a past incident where she continued to work for two months despite grappling with a torn ligament while filming The Old Guard—a situation made more challenging by the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Moreover, Theron’s unwavering dedication to her craft has necessitated personal sacrifices. Following an injury sustained on a film set, she resorted to wearing a hand glove, underscoring the rigorous physical demands inherent in her chosen profession.
