Christian Bale is one of the most popular and talented stars in all of Hollywood. He is known for his dedication to craft and has undergone dramatic physical transformations for roles, pushing himself to the limits of his body numerous times.
This dedication to perfection has earned Bale a slew of acclaim and awards, earning him a rightful place among the Hollywood A-listers. But there’s more to the actor than meets the eye, at least as per some rumors that swirl around every now and then.
Assistant’s Duty Allegedly Included Smelling Christian Bale’s Armpit Before Red Carpets
One of the responsibilities of Christian Bale‘s assistant was to sniff his armpits before red carpet appearances. The purpose? To ensure that the actor did not develop any unpleasant odors before the big night.
Harrison Cheung was the assistant of Bale and also the author of the biography Christian Bale: The Inside Story of the Darkest Batman. As per Marca, One of Cheung’s duties as Bale’s advisor was to smell his armpits before red carpets.
Whether this story is true or not remains a mystery. Most importantly, Bale has never publicly commented on the allegation. Some folks believe it to be a fabrication, while others consider it a testament to Bale’s extreme commitment to method acting. Either way, the story is too entertaining to not be aware of.
Christian Bale To Star In Bride of Frankenstein
Frankenstein, a Gothic horror, originates from the 1818 novel by Mary Shelley. It tells the story of Victor Frankenstein, a young scientist obsessed with life and death. In a dark experiment, he assembles a creature from body parts and brings it to life. However, the creature, monstrous in appearance and ostracized by society, turns on his creator, unleashing a chain of tragedy.
The enduring legacy of the story has led to numerous adaptations for film, television, and stage. One such adaptation is the upcoming Bride of Frankenstein, which is directed by Maggie Gyllenhaal. During an interview with THR, Bale mentioned shaving his head for a role in Gyllenhaal’s movie.
“I’ve got to shave my head next week [for a movie]… I’ll be working with the wonderful Maggie Gyllenhaal, Jessie Buckley and so many talented actors in the cast. I’ve got to get busy getting on the rack, breaking my bones, and eating lots of fertilizer or something to try and grow.” Bale shared.
Bale is known for his method of acting and thus, it is not a surprise that he can go bald to pull off a role.
