Way back on October 12, 2003, StalloneZone reported that Chuck Wepner was planning to sue Sly for “using his name.” Today the the Associated Press posted an article titled, Boxer Suing Stallone for ‘Rocky’ Films.
Chuck Wepner’s lawyers announced Wepner was suing Sly for illegally using Wepner’s name to promote the Rocky films and merchandise. Wepner, will seek $15 million in damages. The suit will be filed next week in New Jersey State Court.
Sly ‘s attorneys had no comment.
- Craig Zablo