Weedy actor Daniel is working out to get a toned torso like the Portuguese winker for a Broadway role next spring. He faces shirtless scenes as a window cleaner in musical How To Succeed In Business Without Really Trying.

A pal said: "Daniel wants to completely re-sculpt his body and has taken Ronaldo as his inspiration. "He envies his muscle definition and is hoping to get a similar six-pack for himself.

"Daniel is taking his fitness regime really seriously. He's stopped drinking, knocked the fags on the head and is watching every mouthful.

"He put on a little timber last year and is keen to get down to a more svelte shape. "He's already lost nearly a stone in the past month."