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'The Fire Inside' Shook Ryan Destiny to Her Core

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Rising star Ryan Destiny takes on the demanding role of boxer Claressa 'T-Rex' Shields in the gritty sports drama 'The Fire Inside'.
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  • Destiny underwent six months of intense physical training to authentically portray Shields' punishing regimen, shredding 20 pounds to match the champion fighter's lean physique.
  • Director Ava DuVernay praised Destiny's raw, emotive performance, calling it a career-defining turn that will cement the actress's status as one of Hollywood's most versatile young talents.
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Ryan Destiny, Claressa Shields, Ava DuVernay, The Fire Inside
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