Biography / Wiki
Establishing his presence in the realm of showbiz, Sylvester Stallone, one of the most iconic actors globally, initially grappled with finding movie roles. He began with minor acting parts and eventually transitioned into screenwriting. As a Vietnam War veteran, he immortalized characters like ‘John Rambo’ and ‘Rocky Balboa’ in his illustrious career.
Stallone is a versatile figure in the entertainment industry, excelling as an actor, writer, director, and producer. He is renowned for his unique speech style and distinctive lopsided grin. While his iconic roles in the ‘Rocky’ and ‘Rambo’ franchises achieved both critical acclaim and commercial success, his involvement in various other films garnered critical praise but didn’t reach the same level of commercial triumph as ‘Rocky’ and ‘Rambo.’
Starring alongside industry heavyweights like Jean-Claude Van Damme and Arnold Schwarzenegger in the films ‘The Expendables’ and ‘The Expendables 2’ marked some of his most successful recent ventures in the commercial realm.
Height / Weight / Age
Sylvester Stallone, born on July 6, 1946, celebrated his 76th birthday. Standing at a height of 5 feet 9 and a half inches, he maintains a weight of 102 kg. Despite his age, Stallone has retained his muscular physique. His hair is a dark brown shade, complemented by his equally dark brown eyes.
Net Worth
Sylvester Stallone, a globally renowned actor, has accumulated substantial wealth from his involvement in blockbuster movie franchises, as well as his contributions as a director, producer, and screenwriter. His association with some of the highest-grossing films worldwide has afforded him a life of opulence. Currently, Sylvester Stallone’s estimated net worth stands at a remarkable $400 million.
Education / Family
Sylvester Gardenzio Stallone hails from New York, where he spent his formative years. He completed his education at Lincoln High School and subsequently enrolled in the Charlotte Hall Military Academy. Later, he pursued higher education at both Miami Dade College and the University of Miami. He is the son of Frank Stallone Sr. and Jacqueline “Jackie” Stallone, and he shared his upbringing with his brother Frank Stallone Jr.
Name | Sylvester Gardenzio Stallone |
| Nickname | The Italian Stallion, Binky, Sly Stallone |
| Birth Place | New York City, United States |
| Date Of Birth | July 06, 1946 |
| Age | 77 Years |
| Height | In Centimetres – 177 cmIn Feet and Inches – 5 ft 9½ in |
| Weight | In Kilograms – 102 kgIn Pounds – 225 pounds |
| Eye Color | Dark Brown |
| Hair Color | Dark Brown |
| Profession | Actor, screenwriter, film director, film producer |
| Sexual Orientation | Straight |
| School | Lincoln High School, Charlotte Hall Military Academy |
| College | Miami Dade College, University of Miami |
| Religion | Roman Catholic |
| Nationality | American |
| Home Town | New York City, United States |
| Fathers Name | Frank Stallone, Sr. (Hairdresser and Beautician)
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| Mothers Name | Jacqueline “Jackie” Stallone (née Labofish)
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| Brothers | Frank Stallone, Jr. (Actor, musician) |
| Sister | None |
Career / Fashion And Style
Stallone’s breakthrough came with his role in the 1970 film ‘Rebel,’ which catapulted him to national stardom. In 1971, he also took the stage in the off-Broadway production ‘Score,’ which had a 23-performance run. Additionally, he made an appearance in the 1975 Jack Lemmon film ‘The Prisoner of Second Avenue.’
In 1976, Stallone experienced a surge of excitement and promise when he starred in his initial triumphant film, “Rocky.” This triumph propelled him to make his directorial debut with “Paradise Alley” in 1978. Riding high on his newfound success, Stallone took on the roles of writer and star for the 1979 sequel, “Rocky II,” which also achieved remarkable success.
In 1982, he initiated an action-packed venture by taking on the role of the Vietnam War veteran ‘John Rambo’ in the film ‘First Blood.’ Continuing his successful career, he expanded the ‘Rocky’ franchise with ‘Rocky III’ in 1982 and ‘Rocky IV’ three years later. In 2005, he temporarily shifted his focus to hosting and mentoring contestants on the reality show ‘The Contender.’
After a hiatus from the film industry, he reentered Hollywood with the sixth installment of the Rocky franchise, titled ‘Rocky Balboa,’ in 2006. The film surprised critics with its success as a sleeper hit. In 2012, he followed up with the sequel ‘The Expendables 2.’ The subsequent year, he starred in the action movie ‘Bullet to the Head.’
Girlfriends, Affairs, Wife, and More
Sylvester has been married thrice and is currently married to Jennifer Flavin. Stallone has two sons with his ex-wife and three daughters with Flavin.
| Girlfriend | Sasha Czack (1973-1985),Susan Anton (1979-1980),
Brigitte Nielsen (1985-1987), Peggy Trentini (1991-1992),
Janice Dickinson (1993-1994)
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| Marital Status | Married |
| Wife | Sasha Czack (Ex),
Brigitte Nielsen (Ex),
Jennifer Flavin
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| Children | Son – Sage Moonblood,
Seargeoh Stallone
Daughter – Sophia, Sistine, and Scarlet (With Jennifer Flavin)
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Some Interesting Facts About Sylvester Stallone
- Because of his poor academic performance, his mother made him work at her beauty salon when he became 16.
- He runs a boxing marketing business called “Tiger Eye Productions.” In the 1980s, Sylvester became a promoter of boxing.
- His idol is Leonardo Da Vinci.
- He paints in his spare time.
- He’s a Republican Party supporter.
- He is a Bollywood (Indian) movie fan and appeared in 2009 in Kambakkht Ishq.
- Sylvester was also one of the favorite actors of former President George W. Bush.
- He is a good mate of Sir Elton John, a musician.
- He began going to a tap-dancing school at 4.
- His parents divorced when Sylvester was 9.