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FX hasnt dropped the ball on this idea yet.
Below, heres everything we know aboutAmerican Sports Storyso far.
The first season is all about Aaron Hernandez.
The show will examine the late NFL players identity, family, career, death, and legacy.
Josh Andres Rivera got huge for the role.
IndieWirefirst broke the news that Rivera would star as Hernandez.
We had him all tatted out.
He was trained to be huge and muscular; he loved lifting weights, Jacobson said.
Several other actors have joined the cast.
PerVariety, Patrick Schwarzenegger will play former NFL quarterback Tim Tebow, who was friends with Hernandez.
PerDeadline, Tammy Blanchard will take on a series regular role as Hernandezs mother, Terri Hernandez.
The full cast reportedly also includes Jaylen Barron, Jake Cannavale, Catfish Jean, and Tony Yazbeck.
Production was put on hold during the SAG-AFTRA strike.
Principal photography began in April 2023, but production later paused due to the SAG-AFTRA strike.
The strike ended in November 2023, but it remains unclear if and when shooting resumed.
There are otherAmericanspin-offs coming our way.
We wonder if well ever get anAmerican Love Story/American Sports Storycrossover?
