This archive report was first published on 19 June 2020.
June 19, 2020 - In a thrilling new project, actor Jamie Foxx is set to play the iconic boxer Mike Tyson in an upcoming biopic. The 52-year-old actor has been working tirelessly to bulk up his upper body to accurately portray the former heavyweight champion.
According to Jamie Foxx, he has been working out every day to stay in shape and achieve the desired physique for the role. However, he jokingly admitted that he might need some help with his lower body, suggesting that prosthetics might be necessary to complete the look.
This is not the first time Jamie Foxx has taken on a biopic role. In 2004, he won the Best Actor award for his portrayal of Ray Charles in the acclaimed biopic 'Ray.'
Initially, fans were skeptical about the project's feasibility, but Jamie Foxx recently confirmed on an Instagram live session with producer Mark Birnham that the project is indeed moving forward.