Brad Pitt’s staged crash shocks Las Vegas Grand Prix crowd.
Brad Pitt thrilled followers with a sneak peek of his extremely anticipated Components 1 film throughout a dramatic scene filmed on the Las Vegas Grand Prix.
Clad in full racing gear, the 60-year-old actor was seen strolling unsteadily from a staged “crash,” with the scene concluding in a scripted medical analysis for his character, Sonny Hayes.
The fictional APX GP group launched a cleverly crafted mock assertion so as to add realism to the efficiency, stating:
“During Qualifying, Sonny sustained a significant impact requiring immediate medical evaluation.
Incidents of this magnitude are always taken seriously, and Sonny’s health remains our top priority.
While he is otherwise stable, he will not participate in tomorrow’s race as he focuses on recovery.
The entire team stands behind him, and we’ll provide updates when available. Joshua will race solo tomorrow, carrying the team forward.”
Pitt stars as Hayes, a retired F1 driver making a daring comeback to mentor his teammate, Joshua Pearce, performed by Damson Idris.
The storyline pits the duo in opposition to the titans of the racing world in a high-stakes showdown.
Directed by Joseph Kosinski, the visionary behind Prime Gun: Maverick, the film guarantees adrenaline-fueled drama and is about to premiere in June 2025.
Filming for the venture has been ramping up, with Pitt additionally noticed on the Mexican Grand Prix final month capturing extra footage.