DICKY EKLUND inspired an Oscar-winning performance by Christian Bale for his depiction of the boxing champion-turned drug addict. Bale took Best Supporting Actor in 2011 for his role in The ...

The anticipation for the arrival of 'The Fighter' on Peacock starting April 1 is palpable, especially for fans of compelling sports dramas. This Academy Award-winning film, which catapulted Christian ...

It followed the story of how Eklund went from hometown hero who fought the great Sugar Ray Leonard for $7,500 (around £6,000) to a crack cocaine addict. His brother Micky meanwhile was attempting ...