GARY
STRETCH

Actor

British boxing champion turned actor and favorite of Oliver Stone, his credits include Alexander and World Trade Center .

A man who has had many diverse incarnations, Gary Stretch achieved worldwide success as a boxing champion winning the British light-middleweight championship among many other coveted prizes. Moving almost serendipitously into acting he has achieved remarkable success and critical acclaim in a short period of time and become a favorite of legendary director Oliver Stone. His film credits include: Infidelity (1997), Final Combat (2003), Alexander (2004) and World Trade Center (2006). In this interview filled with wisdom and humour, Gary speaks about the discipline and lessons learned as an athlete and applying them to his acting craft and career. This powerful interview shows how self-belief and willpower can break through all conventions and have astounding results.

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AWARDS

  • 2004

    • British Independent Film Award
      Best Supporting Actor

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