Tom Hardy, the well-known actor famous for his powerful performances in movies like Mad Max: Fury Road, The Dark Knight Rises, and the Venom series, recently opened up about a troubling list of health problems caused by years of physically tough work.
In a straightforward interview, the 47-year-old actor joked about feeling lightheaded and needing to take medicine during the conversation, showing how much his career has worn down his body.
According to his recent interview with Esquire, Hardy’s physical problems are numerous and include two knee surgeries, a slipped disc in his back, and sciatica. He also deals with plantar fasciitis and a strained hip tendon, honestly saying that his body feels like it’s “falling apart.” This blunt confession makes it clear how serious his condition is and how years of doing intense action scenes and physically demanding roles have added up.
Even with how serious his conditions are, Hardy stays optimistic and shows he’s open to trying different kinds of treatments. He mentioned thinking about stem cell therapy, which suggests he’s willing to try advanced medical options if needed. At the same time, he talked about being interested in more natural approaches, like homeopathic remedies, showing he’s looking into different ways to handle his pain and improve his health.
Tom Hardy’s body is breaking down
Surprisingly, despite his major health struggles, Hardy still sticks to his fitness routine, actively training in Brazilian jiu-jitsu. He described the martial art as a “submission sport,” focusing on controlling and overpowering opponents instead of just using raw strength, which hints at a change in how he approaches physical activity.
Even with his injuries, he is dedicated to his craft, staying fit, and adjusting to working around his pain and limits. He sees it more as a way to better himself and face challenges rather than just a competition.
Hardy’s career has included a lot of physically tough roles. His work as Venom, especially, involved intense stunts and physical feats. He talked about how much he loved the role and wanted to push himself to the limit, but he also mentioned that even though he tried to make a Venom and Spider-Man crossover happen, it never worked out.
While the Venom movies, including Venom: The Last Dance, were big financial successes, the fact that the crossover didn’t happen shows there are things even Hardy couldn’t control within the bigger Marvel Cinematic Universe.
