stunt double

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A person who performs stunts in place of an actor.

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  • He was Tom Cruise's stunt double in the latest action film.
  • The lead actor rarely uses a stunt double for his own fight scenes.
  • A professional stunt double was hired to perform the high-speed motorcycle chase.
  • She started her career in Hollywood working as a stunt double for famous actresses.
  • The stunt double wore the exact same costume and wig as the main character.
  • It is far too dangerous to perform that rooftop jump without a trained stunt double.
  • The director praised the stunt double for a seamless and convincing performance.
  • During the explosion sequence, the stunt double was closely monitored by the safety crew.
  • The movie's end credits listed every stunt double who participated in the production.
  • Even though they look very similar, the stunt double is much more physically agile.