Former UFC Fighter Cat Zingano Sues Hollywood Star Halle Berry Over a Promised Movie Role

Former UFC title challenger Cat Zingano was released by the UFC in 2019 after she declined a fighter offered to her. At the time, not much was known about why Zingano declined the fight. However, a recent lawsuit filed by ‘Alpha’ and her team provides a much-needed back story as to what exactly happened.

According to TMZ, Zingano and her team have filed a lawsuit against award-winning actress Halle Berry over a promised movie role. Zingano was being considered for a role in the ‘Bruised’. The movie revolves around a disgraced MMA fighter who works her way back to the top after overcoming adversity. 

It is alleged that Berry promised Zingano a role in the movie and asked her to clear a schedule, as filming would start soon. At the same time, the UFC offered Zingano a fight contract, which she declined in order to film the movie. Subsequently, ‘Alpha’ was released by the UFC. Zingano later realized that she would not be playing a part in the movie since she was not a currently active UFC fighter, which is what the movie needed. Zingano is therefore suing Berry over damages. 

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Cat Zingano is on the cusp of a title shot at Bellator MMA 

During her stint with the UFC, Zingano fought seven times. Her record with the promotion was 3-4. After getting off to a perfect 2-0 start in the UFC with stoppages wins over Amanda Nunes and Miesha Tate, Zingano was offered a title shot. 

‘Alpha’ came up short against Ronda Rousey. After her fight with Rousey, Zingano won just one of her next three fights. A whole host of injuries plagued Zingano’s career which did not allow her to fight regularly as she would have liked. 

After being released by the UFC, Zingano signed a multi-fight deal with Bellator. She is currently 2-0 with the promotion with wins over Gabby Holloway and Olivia Parker. ‘Alpha’ will most likely face Cris Cyborg in her for the Bellator featherweight title. 

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