According to sources close to the actor, Leto has been consuming nothing but blood for weeks in an effort to fully embody the vampiric nature of his character in the movie Morbius.
Nothing But Bloody Marys
While some may question the sanity of this extreme method acting technique, Leto has reportedly been fully committed to the role, going as far as to wear fake fangs and sleep in a coffin during filming breaks.
“Jared has always been a very dedicated actor, but this is really taking things to the next level,” said one insider. “He had been drinking cow blood, pig blood, even a bit of his own blood from time to time. He really went all out to become Morbius.”
Despite concerns from the film’s producers about the potential health risks of Leto’s unconventional preparation, the actor has reportedly insisted that he feels “stronger and more alive than ever” since embarking on his blood-only diet.
“He’s definitely lost some weight, but he says it was all worth it for the role,” said another source. “He really got into the mindset of a vampire, and it’s all thanks to the blood.”
While it remains to be seen whether Leto’s commitment to method acting will pay off while we wait for Morbius 2: Electric Boogaloo, one thing is for certain. The memes created from this Morbilion making cinema will never end. So, if you see Leto lurking in the shadows with a glass of blood, don’t be too alarmed – he’s just getting into character.