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Matthew Fox details his shocking physical transformation on display in 'Alex Cross'

Will moviegoers even recognize him?


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Many moviegoers will head to their local multiplex to see Tyler Perry in "Alex Cross" this weekend. What they might not realize is that the psychopathic killer trying to kill the title character is played by none other than Matthew Fox.

Best known for his role as Jack Shepard in the iconic TV series "Lost," Fox underwent a five-month transformation to play the crazy Picasso in "Cross."  Sitting down with Fox, you'd think he'd be tired of providing details on how he lost a staggering 40 pounds. Instead, the 46-year-old - who looks much closer to his old self nowadays - went into staggering detail on how he pulled it off. And no, it wasn't P90X.

For any fan of Fox's or if you're wondering how an actor can accomplish such staggering physical changes in such a short amount of time, watch the interview embedded at the top of this article.

Fox will next be seen opposite Tommy Lee Jones in "Emperor" and in the long-delayed "World War Z" next summer.

"Alex Cross" is now playing nationwide.

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    Dave

    Has the interviewer never heard of shampoo? His hair looks like a greasy mess. Great interview/questions, terrible mess of appearance, hoodie sneakers really?

    October 19, 2012 at 5:05AM EST Reply to Comment
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    Ricardo

    Why would he do that for this movie? I mean, so much effort for a movie that won't give him any kind of recognition...

    October 19, 2012 at 10:24AM EST Reply to Comment
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      P Hello

      Because acting is a fine art.

      (That hollywood does not understand the concept is irrelevant)

      December 19, 2012 at 6:56PM EST
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    Eric

    @Ricardo

    Probably because he loves what he does. More power to him if he gets into his roles and enjoys them rather than just taking them for money. I guess you can view it as a hobby, more or less - ike you said, he won't get any recognition for it, but you don't do a hobby to get recognition.

    October 19, 2012 at 11:20AM EST Reply to Comment
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      Ricardo Well... couldn't he do it for a good movie?

      October 20, 2012 at 4:13PM EST
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    MONSter drinks

    matthew fox is a good actor and its a great movie. just stop trying 2 put the guy down. i bet most u guys wish u were matthew fox right now.

    November 27, 2012 at 9:54AM EST Reply to Comment
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    shelly

    I love Matthew... but I miss those extra pounds he was sexy the way he was.

    February 6, 2013 at 1:26AM EST Reply to Comment
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    shelly

    I love Matthew...But dang he was sexy the way he was.

    February 6, 2013 at 1:27AM EST Reply to Comment

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