Gary Stretch is an English actor, model and former professional boxer best known for his success in boxing in the late 1980s and early 1990s and his subsequent transition to film.
Stretch rose to early fame in boxing, becoming the British Light Heavyweight Champion and then fighting Chris Eubank for the WBO Middleweight Championship in 1991.
Although his boxing career ended abruptly, Stretch reinvented himself as an actor, landing notable roles in films such as “Dead Man’s Shoes” (2004) and “Alexander” (2004), where he acted alongside Anthony Hopkins and Colin Farrell.
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- Full name: Gary Stretch
- Date of birth: November 4, 1965
- Age: 59 years old
- Gender: Male
- Place of birth: St Helens, Merseyside, England
- Nationality: English
- Profession: Actor, former professional boxer, model
- Height: 6 feet (183 cm)
- Parents: Not applicable
- Siblings: Not applicable
- Spouse: Roselyn Sánchez (divorced)
- Children: Not applicable
- Relationship status: Single
- Religion: Not applicable
- Ethnicity: White
- Net worth: 10 million USD
Early life and education
Gary Stretch was born on November 4, 1965 in St Helens, Merseyside, England, and is 59 years old this year. Growing up in the North of England, Stretch was passionate about boxing from an early age, developing a talent for the sport that would lead him to success in the ring.
His early years are less well documented, although it is known that he took up professional boxing in the mid-1980s and quickly rose through the ranks of the light-middleweight division.
His experience in the sport would later serve as the foundation for his acting career, where his physicality and toughness became important factors in his roles. Stretch did not pursue a traditional college education; instead, he focused on developing his boxing career from an early age.
Personal life
Gary Stretch was married to actress Roselyn Sánchez from 1998 to 2001. Although their marriage ended in divorce, the media reported it extensively at the time. Since then, Stretch has kept her personal life relatively private, with no children or public relationships known in recent years.
He divides his time between the UK and the US, especially in Los Angeles, where he has built much of his acting career. Stretch maintains a relatively low profile despite his fame, focusing on his work rather than attracting attention.
Career
Stretch’s career began in boxing, where he quickly established a reputation as one of the most promising fighters in British boxing. In 1990, he won the British light middleweight championship and then the WBC international light middleweight title.
His career peaked with a high-profile fight with Chris Eubank in 1991 for the WBO middleweight championship, which he narrowly lost in a controversial bout. This match marked a turning point in Stretch’s life, as he retired from boxing soon after due to disillusionment with the sport.
After retiring, Stretch turned to modeling, working with major fashion brands such as Calvin Klein and Versace. His beautiful appearance and athletic body make him a sought-after figure in the fashion world.
However, his move into acting marked the second major phase of his career. Stretch appeared in several notable films, including his breakthrough role as psychopathic gangster Sonny in Dead Man’s Shoes (2004), which earned him critical acclaim.
He also starred in Alexander Stone (2004) and later appeared in World Trade Center (2006) and Savages (2012). Stretch has also worked as a filmmaker, directing documentaries and biographical films, and to this day he remains active in both acting and filmmaking.
prize
- BIFA Nomination for Best Supporting Actor for Dead Man’s Shoes (2004)
LONDON, ENGLAND – APRIL 15: Gary Stretch arrives at the world premiere of ‘The Heavy’ held at the Odeon West End on April 15, 2010 in London, England. (Photo by Dave Hogan/Getty Images)
Net worth
Gary Stretch’s net worth is estimated to be around $10 million. His wealth comes from a variety of sources, including early success in boxing, a modeling career, and long-term work in film and television.
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Cinema
- This is a Simple Gift (1994)
- The Final Combination (1994)
- Adultery/Difficult Autumn (1997)
- Shergar (1999)
- Dead Man’s Shoes (2004)
- Alexander (2004)
- World Trade Center (2006)
- The Barbarian (2012)
