3. Charlize Theron

Charlize Theron’s daring dedication almost cost her everything during Aeon Flux, when a backflip stunt went horribly wrong and left her dangerously close to paralysis. The injury stopped filming for two months and changed how she approached stunts forever, fueling her focus on precision and preparation.
Despite the risks, Theron’s passion for physical storytelling drives her to keep performing intense action scenes, proving true strength isn’t just about power, but control.