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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Harry Bullmore

INSANE: Stephen graham s trainer reveals the exact workouts he used to build his imposing physique for a thousand blows | Vintage Vibes

Stephen Graham transformed his physique by shedding body fat and packing on muscle for his role in Disney+ historical drama A Thousand Blows - (Robert Viglasky / Disney+)

It takes 50 minutes for Stephen Graham to appear as bare-knuckle boxer Henry “Sugar” Goodson in the first episode of A Thousand Blows. It’s worth the wait.

The 52-year actor is almost unrecognisable as he steps out from the shadows and slowly swaggers to the ring – the camera following his brawny back. This shot, and the broad frame that dominates it, have been months in the making.

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