Actors Who Were Traumatized By Their Most Intense Roles

Million Dollar Baby

Becoming a boxing legend doesn't happen overnight. Hilary Swank's exercise regime for the dramatic film was no simple feat. The workout was so intense that it almost cost the actress her life. At six days a week for three months, he was pushing herself too hard. A doctor informed her that a staph infection was hours away from reaching her heart. She got the infection from a blister in the gym. Hilary Swank was terrified of the gym throughout filming and after, worried she was risking her life again. 

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