Since the release of Jaws, every summer calls for a thrilling shark movie. In the upcoming film The Meg, hitting theaters on August 10th, the daring Jason Statham, aged 51, fearlessly plunges into the depths to rescue the stranded crew of a deep-sea research station from the clutches of a colossal ancient creature known as a megalodon. To shed some light on the enigmatic British-born action star, here are five intriguing details about him.
When he was young, Statham showcased his musical talents by playing the drums in a band alongside his father and older brother.
Despite his impressive driving skills demonstrated in the Fast and Furious franchise, the real-life Statham faced initial failures in his driving test, not just once but more than once.
In his athletic career, Statham competed as a diver, representing England at the 1990 Commonwealth Games held in New Zealand.
Interestingly, Statham has appeared in three movies where his character encounters attacks with an axe: The Transporter (2002), Transporter 2 (2005), and War (2007).
Prior to pursuing acting, Statham worked as a model for renowned brands like Tommy Hilfiger, Adidas, Levi’s, and French Connection.
