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Ex-Striker John Carew Swaps Football for Hollywood Stardom
8 Feb
Summary
- Carew pursued acting during his football career, starting classes in 2009.
- He starred in a hit Netflix festive series and other acting projects.
- The former striker is inspired by actors like Tom Hardy and dreams of Bond villainy.
John Carew, once a prominent 6ft 5in striker for clubs like Aston Villa, Roma, and Valencia, has successfully pivoted to a career in acting. His foray into acting began discreetly in 2009 with private coaching in London, a pursuit he kept from his football colleagues.
Carew's acting journey gained momentum after retiring from football in 2012. He secured his first lead role in the low-budget Canadian horror film 'Dead of Winter.' This experience solidified his passion, leading to a role in the acclaimed Norwegian series 'Heimebane' (Home Ground) and a part in Disney's 'Maleficent: Mistress of Evil' alongside Angelina Jolie.
He recently starred in a hit festive Netflix series in his native Norway, playing a romantic lead. Carew finds similarities between acting and football, citing teamwork and performing under pressure. He admires method actors such as Tom Hardy and has expressed a desire to play a villain in a James Bond film.
