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    Jake Paul announces major career change after cracking YouTube and world of boxing

    JAKE PAUL has announced he will be making his film debut in a major career change after success in the ring and social media. The American is one of the most familiar faces on the internet having shot to fame on Vine and later YouTube.
    Jake Paul announced he will be making his film debutCredit: Reuters
    And he capitalised on the boom of celebrity boxing by launching his own promotion and headlined on pay-per-view bills.
    But now, Paul is set to star in his first feature film which is to be produced by Mandalay Pictures.
    He said: “I’m thrilled to be partnering with Mandalay Pictures and Wonder Street on my first feature film project.
    “Both companies have proven track records of producing high-quality content that resonates with audiences, and I couldn’t be more excited to work with such talented and experienced teams.
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    “As someone who has always believed in pushing boundaries and taking risks, I can’t wait to bring this unique story and my brand to the big screen.
    “This is just the beginning of an exciting new chapter in my career.”
    Paul, 26, is set to portray a small-town youth rising to international fame through combat sports, drawing parallels to his real life.
    It is set to be produced by the makers of Ben Affleck and Matt Damon’s AIR and Big George Foreman, starring Forest Whitaker. 
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    Paul was a former cast member of Disney Channel show Bizaardvark, playing Dirk Mann for two series.
    As a boxer, he is 6-1 and suffered his first defeat in February to Tommy Fury, 24, losing a split-decision in Saudi Arabia.
    He returns on August 5 in Texas against ex-UFC star Nate Diaz, 38.
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    Nate Diaz casts doubt over Jake Paul fight as weed-loving UFC legend demands fight be MOVED so he can smoke up

    NATE DIAZ has seemingly demanded his showdown with Jake Paul be moved – so he can keep smoking WEED.The former UFC lightweight title challenger is set to face the YouTuber-turned-boxer in a Dallas dust-up on August 5.
    Nate Diaz will throw down with Jake Paul in Dallas on August 5Credit: MOST VALUABLE PROMOTIONS
    The UFC legend won’t be able to smoke his beloved weed ahead of the Texas tussleCredit: GETTY
    Diaz has demanded the fight be moved to accommodate his love of weedCredit: TWITTER
    Marijuana lover Diaz, however, will have to give up the devil’s lettuce in the weeks leading up to the fight or he’ll face a hefty punishment from the Texas Athletic Commission.
    But after being denied a Therapeutic Use Exemption, the fan favourite is campaigning for the fight to be moved to accommodate his love of ganja.
    Along with a GIF of Homer Simpson fading into a cloud of marijuana smoke, the Stockton slugger tweeted: “We gonna have to move states.”
    Diaz’s legion of followers were quick to comment, with one saying: “True G.
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    “Moving states just so he could smoke weed be4 his fight.”
    Another said: “No way weed is going to stop me from watching Nate Diaz fight are you serious?”
    And another said: “Did you just find out about the Texas weed laws?”
    One remarked: “I’m gonna assume the Paul-Diaz fight will not be in Texas.”
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    Another chimed in: “I said when it was announced there is no way this fight happens in Texas.”
    Team Paul, however, are adamant they won’t move to fight to accommodate Diaz’s love of weed.
    Paul’s manager – Nakisa Bidarian – tweeted through his management company: “Jake Paul vs Nate Diaz is in Dallas, Texas.

    “Nothing is changing in terms of location/venue. Saturday, August 5, Paul vs. Diaz live on DAZN.”
    Diaz’s clash with Paul will be his first outing since leaving the UFC last September and will mark his professional boxing debut.
    Paul, meanwhile, will enter the clash on the back of a split-decision defeat in his February grudge match with Tommy Fury. More

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    Fans stunned by Logan Paul’s insane body transformation as WWE star looks ‘JACKED’ after topless workout

    LOGAN PAUL had fans stunned by his insane body transformation after training with UFC champions Israel Adesanya and Alexander Volkanovski.The YouTube, crossover boxing and WWE star worked out with Adesanya and Volkanovski in Puerto Rico.
    Logan Paul pictured in 2013Credit: Instagram @loganpaul
    Jujitsu coach Craig Jones, Israel Adesanya, Logan Paul and Alexander VolkanovskiCredit: @craigjonesbjj
    And he posed topless with the pair and jujitsu coach Craig Jones, showing off his hulking frame much to fans’ shock.
    One said: “Logan should give his upper body a break…”
    Another added: “God damn he’s jacked.”
    One commented: “Logan is a beast.”
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    Paul, 28, has always been in good shape having wrestled at a good level in high school.
    But he truly transformed his body when turning to boxing in 2018 to fight online rival KSI, which ended in a draw.
    They then went professional a year later for their rematch, which KSI won by split-decision.
    The two are now good friends and business partners following the launch of their drinks company Prime, who now sponsor Adesanya and Volkanovski.
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    Paul has boxed once since when he took American legend Floyd Mayweather the distance in their exhibition bout in June 2021.
    The American was due to return to the ring in January but a knee injury while wrestling for the WWE left him sidelined.
    Paul last wrestled at WrestleMania 39, losing to Seth Rollins and it was later revealed his WWE contract was extended.
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    Shocking moment YouTuber IShowSpeed is ‘PUNCHED’ before huge fight breaks out in Wembley stands during FA Cup final

    INTERNET sensation IShowSpeed claimed he was attacked during the FA Cup final at Wembley.The YouTube star was in the stands watching on as Manchester United faced cross-city rivals Manchester City in the historic clash.
    YouTuber IShowSpeed claimed he was ‘punched’ while at WembleyCredit: YouTube / IShowSpeed
    He was watching the FA Cup final between Manchester United and Manchester CityCredit: YouTube / IShowSpeed
    Another supporter in the crowd then ‘punched’ himCredit: YouTube / IShowSpeed
    And his bodyguard lept into action to subdue the fanCredit: YouTube / IShowSpeed
    And, in a clip circulating on social media, the American appeared to be shoved by a fellow fan, before claiming he was “punched”.
    In response, his bodyguard then lunges at the man by climbing to the lower row and forcing them to the ground.
    While IShowSpeed appeared to be unharmed, he then complained to the aggressor.
    He fumed: “Why did you just f*****g punch me bro?
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    “Bro why did you put your hands on me bro.”
    He then asked the cameraman: “Why did he just punch me bro?
    “I didn’t even touch him.”
    The American was sitting in what appeared to be a neutral area of the English stadium but did have a Manchester United-coloured hat in his hand.
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    Speed has not had much luck travelling to the UK to watch football.
    He is a superfan of former United star Cristiano Ronaldo and last year flew in to see his idol twice.
    However, on both occasions, he missed out due to Ronaldo being injured.
    And on Saturday he saw United lose 2-1 at Wembley as Ilkay Gundogan scored two volleys to set City on course for a Treble. More

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    Inside Jake Paul’s stunning £13million island mansion with games room, recording studio and pool

    JAKE PAUL has bought a stunning £13million mansion in Puerto Rico which includes a games room, pool and recording studio.The YouTuber-turned boxer moved to the Caribbean island in 2021 to get away from the distractions of Los Angeles.
    Jake Paul has bought an awesome island mansionCredit: Instagram @jakapaul
    It set him back a cool £13millionCredit: Youtube – Jake Paul
    It has a stunning gardenCredit: Youtube – Jake Paul
    It includes a huge TV roomCredit: Youtube – Jake Paul
    And a space for Paul to maintain his fitnessCredit: Youtube – Jake Paul
    As well as a games room with arcade machinesCredit: Youtube – Jake Paul
    There is a recording studioCredit: Youtube – Jake Paul
    The mansion also has eight bedroomsCredit: Youtube – Jake Paul
    But due to market inflation, Paul waited out before buying a pad of his own and was instead living in a “shack”.
    Now according to TMZ, the American has bought an eight-bedroom place off ex-basketball star Yadier Molina.
    The two-storey home also has eight bathrooms, a fitness room, a luxury swimming pool, a games room and an elevator, in case he’s worn out from all the training and can’t manage the stairs.
    The Caribbean Realty Group say the house was initially listed at $19,995,000 (£16.1m) until Paul came to an agreement with Molina.
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    His brother Logan, 28, also lives in Puerto Rico and has a seven-bed mansion worth £11m.
    The social media sensations discussed Paul’s new place on the latest episode of Logan’s Impaulsive podcast.
    Paul, 26, said: “I got a great deal, I was patient.
    “I lived in a f*****g shack for two years because the market was outrageous and I was, ‘F*** this shit, f*** this shit, f*** this s***.’ 
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    “But I waited and waited and waited and waited and literally got an incredible deal on the house.” 
    Paul in 2021 was named the second-highest paid YouTuber on Forbes’ list with over £30m made from business and boxing.
    He was beaten for the first time in February, losing a split-decision to Tommy Fury, 24, in Saudi Arabia.
    Now Paul returns on August 5 against ex-UFC star Nate Diaz, 38, in a pay-per-view bout in Texas.
    Paul insists he got an ‘incredible deal’ on the houseCredit: Youtube – Jake Paul
    The mansion has a lovely bathroomCredit: Youtube – Jake Paul
    The house has a massive swimming poolCredit: Youtube – Jake Paul
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    Smitten Jake Paul ‘obsessed’ with new girlfriend and claims she has ‘nicest body in the WORLD’

    JAKE PAUL gushed over his new girlfriend Jutta Leerdam and admitted he is “obsessed” with her. The YouTuber-turned boxer went official with Dutch speed skater Leerdam in April.
    Dutch speed skater Jutta Leerdam with boyfriend Jake PaulCredit: Instagram
    Jutta Leerdam went official with Jake Paul in AprilCredit: Instagram / @uttaleerdam
    And the couple have gone from strength to strength with a string of dates and vacations together.
    They are even training partners and at 6ft Leerdam stands almost as tall as Paul – who is said to be 6ft 1in – but he does not mind that.
    He said on his brother Logan’s Impaulsive podcast: “I think it’s sexy as f***.
    “I think it’s so sexy and like there’s more woman and she’s so curvy, has the nicest body in the f*****g world and I’m obsessed with her.
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    “Basically, I get more woman.”
    Paul, 26, has spoken out about how Leerdam, 24, helped him get over the first loss of his boxing career to Tommy Fury, 24, in February.
    And he is now back training for his next fight on August 5 against ex-UFC star Nate Diaz, 38, in Texas.
    Paul has been on a double date with brother Logan, 28, who is with Danish model Nina Agdal.
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    And he revealed Leerdam reminds him of their mum Pam.
    Paul said to Logan: “Jutta is such an amazing woman and she reminds me so much of mum.
    “She’s so sweet, cooking and she like amazes me for how mature she is, how emotionally intelligent she is.
    “How good she is at communicating, how good she is at loving. The list goes on and on and on.
    “She’s like the purest soul that I’ve ever met. Out of anyone.”
    Jutta Leerdam stands 6ft tallCredit: Instagram / @uttaleerdam
    Jutta Leerdam has been dubbed the ‘world’s hottest speed skater’Credit: Instagram
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    Jake Paul leaves brother Logan shocked after sending direct message to Conor McGregor

    JAKE PAUL left brother Logan shocked with his callout of Conor McGregor – but only after producing a dreadful impression of him. It comes after McGregor branded the YouTuber-turned boxer a “DONKEY” and backed Nate Diaz to win their fight on August 5.
    Jake Paul called out Conor McGregor on Logan Paul’s podcastCredit: YouTube @IMPAULSIVE
    Logan Paul was left stunned by Jake’s call outCredit: YouTube @IMPAULSIVE
    Paul revealed he found the insult funny but absolutely butchered an attempt at impersonating the UFC legend.
    He said on Logan’s Impaulsive podcast: “I think Conor McGregor is funny as f***.
    “Like when I watch him talk shit about me and he’s like, ‘Oh yeah, that lad he’s a bit windy. He’s a bit windy and he’s a f*****g donkey.’ 
    “I don’t know how to do it, but I’m like, Yeah, bro. But guess what Conor? I’d beat the f*****g f*** out of you and you can’t box as good as me. 
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    “I’m going to do to Nate what you couldn’t which is knock him the f*** out and you’re going to be sitting there with your new beer company – that’s is failing – drinking it, drunk as f***, realising that you p****d your life away drinking at the end of the bottle. 
    “And you’re gonna say, ‘Damn, I really thought no one was going to do what I did in this sport, I really thought no one was going to be as big of a name, I really thought I was going to be the biggest forever.’ 
    “But you can’t choose and you can’t have both lives.” 
    Paul, 26, has continued to call out McGregor, 34, ever since his professional boxing debut in 2020.
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    He returns against McGregor’s ex-opponent Diaz, 38, in Texas just six months after suffering his first loss, to Tommy Fury, 24.
    Meanwhile, McGregor is set to make his UFC comeback this year against Michael Chandler, 37, after two years out with injury.
    The former two-weight champion has boxed just once before, losing to American great Floyd Mayweather in 2017.
    But he needed special permission from the UFC to do so as Paul took a swipe at McGregor and Dana White.
    He said: “That money fight will always be there and when I knock Nate Diaz the f*** out and you realise I’m the biggest fight for you, call me. 
    “And I’ll answer, and I’m my own boss, I make my own decisions.
    “I’m not controlled by Dana White, I don’t have a dad so I can make the fight happen. 
    “But if Dana lets you make the fight happen then we can run it.” 
    Conor McGregor is set to return against Michael ChandlerCredit: Instagram @ufceurope
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    Conor McGregor calls Jake Paul a ‘DONKEY’ and reveals fight prediction between YouTube star and ex-UFC rival Nate Diaz

    CONOR McGREGOR has backed old UFC rival Nate Diaz in his boxing match against “DONKEY” Jake Paul. Diaz crosses over to the ring for the first time on August 5 in Texas against YouTuber-turned prizefighter Paul.
    Jake Paul facing off with Nate DiazCredit: @mostvaluablepromotions
    It came after he walked out on the UFC, where he had two classic bouts with McGregor.
    And it seems there is no hard feelings for the Irishman, who is tipping Diaz to beat Paul.
    He told Matchroom Boxing’s YouTube channel: “I fancy him for it.
    “He’s a donkey that guy, the other cat, but a donkey has kick, so you’ve got to be weary of that.
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    “But, Nate will be peppering him, he’ll hit his face in and it will be Nate.”
    Paul, 26, suffered his first ever defeat in February, losing a split-decision to celebrity boxing rival Tommy Fury, 24, in Saudi Arabia.
    But he snubbed a rematch to instead focus on Diaz, 38, who was a free agent after his UFC contract expired.
    It leaves a trilogy decider with McGregor, 34, up in the air but the former two-weight champion still has admiration Diaz and brother Nick, 39.
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    He said: “Yeah, yeah, [the relationship] is competitive, but it’s always been respect.
    “It’s always been respect, how could you not respect the Diaz brothers and their resume in the fight game.
    “Real fighters, what’s his promotion? Real fighters inc, fair play to him. You know, he’s a great fighter.
    “I spent, how many minutes did I spend in the octagon with him? 40 minutes, over half an hour.
    “Around 40 minutes inside the cage with the lad, it’s always going to be respect off of that.
    “And he gave the rematch instantly. That’s commendable, that’s real warrior stuff. So, for sure, I’m happy to see that respect, you know.”
    Nate Diaz after his rematch loss to Conor McGregorCredit: Getty – Contributor More