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Gerard Butler's Grueling Journeys: Near-Drowning and Injuries

1/16/2025

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Gerard Butler opened up about the grueling experience of filming *300*, where co-stars often found themselves in the hospital from injuries like a spear wound and a broken ankle. He also survived a near-drowning while shooting *Chasing Mavericks*. Despite the risks, Butler's love for his craft shines through, with his latest film, *Den of Thieves 2: Pantera*, now in theaters.

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Gerard Butler opened up about the grueling experience of filming *300*, where co-stars often found themselves in the hospital from injuries like a spear wound and a broken ankle. He also survived a near-drowning while shooting *Chasing Mavericks*. Despite the risks, Butler's love for his craft shines through, with his latest film, *Den of Thieves 2: Pantera*, now in theaters.