Jennifer Lawrence ‘is injured while filming an explosive stunt scene on the set of movie Don’t Look Up’
Jennifer Lawrence has been injured while filming Don’t Look Up, multiple sources reported Friday.
The actress was allegedly hurt after an explosion was set up on the movie set and glass shattered.
A source told Page Six that glass hit Jennifer’s eye but she is doing okay.
Scrape: Jennifer Lawrence was reportedly injured on the set of movie Don’t Look Up on Friday but she’s doing okay
‘An explosion was set up for a stunt in which glass shatters,’ a source told the website.
Filming was halted on Friday following the incident.
The 30-year-old star plays an astronomer who embarks on a high-profile media tour to warn humankind of a rapidly approaching asteroid that is set on a collision course with Earth.
‘An explosion was set up for a stunt in which glass shatters,’ a source told Page Six. Some glass hit Jennifer’s eye, the source said
Don’t Look Up will feature a large ensemble cast which includes Lawrence, Leonardo DiCaprio, Meryl Streep, Jonah Hill and Cate Blanchett in main roles.
Also making an appearance will be Ariana Grande, Tyler Perry and Rob Morgan.
The project was first announced in 2019 and was originally set to be distributed by Paramount Pictures before Netflix acquired the rights to the film the following year.
Adam McKay is directing the action flick. He also wrote its screenplay and serves as one of its producers.
Production was delayed because of the pandemic last year, but commenced in late November in and around the Boston metropolitan area.
Don’t Look Up currently has no scheduled release date.
Coming soon: A brief clip of the movie was unveiled last week when Netflix showcased its 2021 offerings