Chris Hemsworth's Birthday Special: 7 interesting facts about him
Chris Hemsworth turns 40 today. Renowned as Thor in Marvel films, he's also excelled in The Avengers. Discover lesser-known facts about the Australian actor.
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Childhood name
The Sexiest Man Alive, Chris Hemsworth, is known as "Kip" in Australia due to his childhood mispronunciation of his name as "Kiptader."
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Gained weight
Chris Hemsworth gained 9 kgs for Thor, but he ended up gaining too much weight and faced challenges fitting into the costume.
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Wife and Children
Chris Hemsworth met wife Elsa Pataky through ROAR management. They have three kids: India Rose and twins, Tristan and Sasha.
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Reality Show
In 2006, he took part in Dancing With the Stars Australia. He was the sixth contestant to be eliminated.
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Television role
Hemsworth acted in the long-time running Australian soap opera Home and Away, where he played the role of Kim Hyde.
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Casual Jobs
Chris Hemsworth's casual jobs included construction, waiter, barman, and surf-wear shop. His hammer-wielding experience likely aided his portrayal of Thor.
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Surfer
He is an excellent surfer. Surfing is his second love after acting.