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Following his debut in the late 1960s, Sylvester Stallone featured in multiple movies and shows. However, it wasn’t until 1976 that his dreams of becoming a global star came true with the sports dramaRocky. The movie not only transformed his career but also showcased his physical prowess and potential as an actor.
While the film has since developed into a successful franchise, it has also had some unintended consequences on the actor, which he later opened up about during an interview.
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Sylvester Stallone ClaimedRocky’sSuccess Changed Him
The 1976 filmRockywas a turning point forSylvester Stallone. It was a huge hit making $225 million at the box office and winning three Oscars, including for Best Picture. However, during an on-stage interview at the London Palladium, the actor shared that the success of the film made him “insufferable.”
“I abused power badly,”he said as perBBC. Reflecting on his earlier interviews, Stallone expressed embarrassment about the shift in his behavior followingRocky’ssuccess.“I read some of the interviews I gave now and wish I could go back and punch myself in the face,”he further shared. During the interview, he also recalled the incident that brought him back to reality.
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The Sobering Moment That Grounded Sylvester Stallone
The success of the 1976 filmRockybrought Sylvester Stallone among the A-list stars in Hollywood. After it became a huge hit, he went on to star in two more films,F.I.S.T.,andParadise Alley,before reprising his role as Rocky Balboa in the 1979 film.
However, both movies failed to match the success ofRocky. During his interview at the London Palladium, he recalled leaving the set ofRocky IIto attend the premiere of his 1978 dramaParadise Alley.However, he was surprised to see only two people in the audience.
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“And one of them was asleep,”Stallone shared. While it was a moment of profound disappointment for theExpendablesstar, he acknowledged its significance in grounding him and providing a valuable life lesson.
He further shared that the incident was a“humbling experience”and“a good thing,”deeming it ultimately beneficial for his future into the stardom. The revelation also highlights the Oscar-nominated actor’s growth and self-awareness extending beyond the realm of cinema.
Rockyis available on Prime Video and Max.
Laxmi Rajput
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Laxmi Rajput is a Senior Writer at FandomWire, with over 3,300 articles published covering film, TV, and pop culture. With a degree in Broadcast Journalism and over three years of experience in content writing, she pivoted to entertainment journalism because let’s be honest, superheroes, sitcoms, and Netflix binges are way more fun. Laxmi frequently covers Marvel, Harry Potter, Star Wars, and popular TV shows, offering both fan-first enthusiasm and thoughtful analysis. Her work often dives into Marvel theories, revisits the genius of The Big Bang Theory, or unpacks the Netflix phenomenon of Stranger Things.
