Chris Hemsworth garnered global acclaim with his God of Thunder aka Thor role in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. As his popularity grew, his character’s arc was explored individually in the saga, before he was eventually teamed up with other Avengers to eliminate the biggest threats against the world.
While the first three Thor sequels had managed to stay on critics’ positive side, Thor: Love and Thunder utterly disappointed everyone, including the actor himself. However, what Thor 4 did to his career could be easily undone with one project about Ross Edgley, whom he deeply admires.
Chris Hemsworth Celebrated Ross Edgley’s Achievement in a New X Post
Chris Hemsworth is no stranger to physical challenges and rigorous training regimes, which is well reflected in his muscular physique. He has long been associated with the MCU’s Thor role which allows him to stay persistent with action sequences. Thus, he genuinely relates to the intense work and determination needed to pull off difficult tasks.
His respect for Ross Edgley’s achievements was palpable in his new X (formerly Twitter) post as he celebrated the adventurer’s new achievement.
He didn’t shy away from mentioning Edgley’s hardships and challenges, that led him to complete the world’s longest swim at 510 km. The Extraction actor wholeheartedly congratulated his mind-blowing achievement.
Check out the tweet here.
In another tweet, he praised the swimmer for pushing his limits to achieve his goal. He wrote, “The man is a true legend and smiles in the face of adversity, even when death is knocking at the door he has a little giggle.”
The link to this post is shared below.
In his Instagram post, Edgley announced that he has completed a record-breaking continuous swim due for official ratification. This achievement was his third attempt after he had to stop two previous tries due to challenging conditions. He said he swam 510 km (317 miles) non-stop, without sleeping or touching land, achieving this feat in water temperatures as low as 9°C (48°F).
Given that the actor is quite impressed with the adventurer’s feat, he has often celebrated the latter’s great moments.
Ross Edgley’s Feat Could Revive Chris Hemsworth’s Career After Thor 4‘s Poor Reception
Edgley’s latest endeavor has not only showcased his physical prowess, but also his mental fortitude, which is now becoming an inspiration for many. His dedication to going beyond his limits and attaining his goals is what made many, including the MCU actor, sing his praises.
The duo also share a passion for promoting a healthy and active lifestyle by keeping fit physically and mentally. That being said, Edgley’s story could also be shared on the big screen as well, which would explore his true dedication to mastering his craft.
His story could also undo the damage that the actor had when his anticipated MCU project, Thor: Love and Thunder, became an utter disappointment. In a GQ interview, the Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga actor heavily criticized his movie, calling it “too silly.” He added, “We thought this one had too much humor, the action was cool but the VFX weren’t as good. I cringe and laugh equally at it.”
Released in 2022, the Christian Bale starrer was a box-office hit, earning over $760.9 million worldwide via The Numbers. However, it received mixed reviews from critics and audiences alike, with many believing that it was unable to balance its comedic elements with darker themes.
Even its storyline, pacing, and visual effects faced similar criticism, thus making it one of the least fan-favorite movies. If Hemsworth was to engage in a project involving the athlete, revolving around his hardships and his latest achievements, it could be the perfect turnaround for the actor, bringing his on-screen charm to the fore once again.
Meanwhile, Thor: Love and Thunder is available on Disney+.
