Zac Efron: I Have So Much Admiration And Respect For The World Of Professional Wrestling

Zac Efron shares his respect for the wrestling world.

Zac Efron shares his respect for the wrestling world.

Zac Efron plays Kevin Von Erich in “The Iron Claw”, director Sean Durkin’s film about the Von Erich wrestling family and the tragedies they experienced. Wrestling is prominently featured throughout the film, so the cast worked closely with Chavo Guerrero Jr., who served as the wrestling coordinator. 

In a post on Instagram, Zac Efron reflected on working with Guerrero and learning about wrestling. He expressed his admiration and respect for the world of professional wrestling. He also noted that he admired and respected the sacrifice and dedication of the athletes. Efron also praised Guerrero and called him one of the best.

I have so much admiration and respect for the world of Professional Wrestling and to the sacrifice and dedication of the athletes…
These guys tour for MONTHS putting their bodies on the line everyday to perform.

Was an honor to step into the ring and learn from one of the best @chavoguerrerojr

 

 

 

 

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Efron previously said his background in dance and “High School Football” helped him with “The Iron Claw”. Check out his comments here.

Click here to see what Zac Efron and Jeremy Allen White had to say about potentially competing in a real match.

Check out Chavo Guerrero’s comments about Zac Efron potentially wrestling a match here.