Over the years, movie productions have undoubtedly improved in terms of the realistic nature of most of their stunts and tricks. In addition to that, being an actor or actress is really one of the highest paying jobs around. However, alongside the high pay, some movies have allegedly almost lost their lives while acting in movies.
So take a look at some actors and actresses who allegedly almost lost their lives while acting in movies.
• Halle Berry:
Halle Maria Berry is no doubt one of America’s top actresses who is well recognized for her lead role in the movie ‘Catwoman’. Well, it might come as a surprise to many that the 55-year-old almost lost her life while acting.
According to the actress, she nearly lost her life while filming the 2002 James bond movie (Die another day). The award-winning actress revealed that while she was trying to seduce the James bond actor with a fig, she choked on it. Luckily for her, Pierce Brosnan (James bond) came to her rescue and saved her life by doing a Heimlich Manoeuvre.
• Jackie Chan:
Without a doubt, Jackie Chan is one of the most popular actors on the globe and also one of the most sought-after in his prime. However, considering the nature of stunts that the 68-year-old often pulls off in movies, it’s no surprise that Jackie Chan has almost lost his life while acting.
While Acting in the 1986 movie titled “Armour of god”, Jackie performed a stunt that nearly took his life. According to the actor, while trying to jump from one tree to another, he fell and when taken to the hospital, it was discovered that he had cracked his skull, though he survived.
• Tom Cruise:
Last but not least is the popular movie star, Thomas Cruise AKA Tom Cruise. On different occasions, the award-winning actor has risked his life due to the nature of stunts he performs in movies.
However, while filming “The Last Samurai”, the actor nearly got his head chopped off while performing a stunt.
What do you think about this? Can you risk your life while acting?
