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Luke Hemsworth: ‘I have to be very specific about which brother I am. But it still gets confusing’
The star on his famous acting family, wrestling Chris and Liam, the best advice from Anthony Hopkins and being traumatised by The Exorcist
TL;DR
- Luke Hemsworth plays an MMA fighter in his new film 'Beast,' drawing on his own family's involvement in the sport.
- He trains in boxing, Brazilian jiu-jitsu, and Muay Thai, and participates in 'UFC Sundays' with his brothers Chris and Liam.
- Hemsworth finds it challenging to be recognized independently due to his famous brothers, often being mistaken for Liam.
- He shares that childhood films like 'The NeverEnding Story' and 'The Exorcist' had a significant impact on him.
- He adopted a rescue dog from Linda Blair's foundation after being impressed by her commitment to saving animals.
- Anthony Hopkins advised him to 'Fuck them' and do what he wants with his career choices.
- Hemsworth recommends the 'Red Rising' book series and expresses interest in a potential TV adaptation.
- His secret talent is taking macro photographs of insects.