Author: Craig

Sly in “Spawn” Sequel?

Craig / / 2003, Celebs, Unmade Films

On Wednesday, November 26, 2003 Ain’t It Cool News posted an item in which Michael Jai White, the star of the original “Spawn” movie said that the sequel is on track and that although “…Martin Sheen [the bad guy in the original] isn’t in it this time, the villain might be a guy called Brimstone…” and the last he heard, “Sly Stallone was the man for the job.” Click [HERE] for the full report.

I can think of a lot of other roles I’d rather see Sly take on… and it’s just speculation for now.
Thanks to Jamie Eade for the tip. – Craig Zablo

Sly Mentioned in Drudge Report

Craig / / 2003, Celebs

On November 19, 2003 The Drudge Report posted that Sly was “questioned by the FBI in connection with a case in which his phone may have been tapped by disgraced celebrity sleuth Anthony Pellicano.”

Pellicano, under grand jury investigation for alleged illegal wiretapping, was hired by attorney Burt Fields who represented Sly‘s former business manager Kenneth Starr in case where he had been sued by Sly for $17.3 million. That case was settled in January.  Fields “has vehemently denied that he had any knowledge of Pellicano‘s alleged wiretaps.”

Sly was simply questioned for any knowledge that he might have and was in no way under investigation. – Craig Zablo

Frank Stallone Performance News

Craig / / 2003, Celebs, Frank Stallone

Frank Stallone and his Big Band will be performing for the first time in Las Vegas with the legendary Don Rickles from November 20th to the 23rd at the Stardust Hotel and Casino. Show times start at 8pm. Call for reservations 1 888 217-9565.

Also, Frank will be appearing with Don Rickles at The Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza at the Fred Kavli Theatre on December 6th at 8pm. Call 805 449-2787.

Enjoy the upcoming holiday season with the warm tones of Frank and his Big Band and the legendary comedy of Don Rickles.

Happy Holidays!

The Official Frank Stallone Website

– Craig Zablo

Sly is… In Touch!

Craig / / 2003, Family, Training

From the November 10, 2003 issue of In Touch magazine…

Private Conversation with Sylvester Stallone: My Secret to Staying Young

Some excerpts…

Sylvester Stallone, who plans to revive the RAMBO franchise, is no stranger to the ups and downs of dieting. For his acclaimed role in 1997’s COPLAND, he gained 50 pounds and admitted that it was fun eating everything he loved.

” What you weigh is only a problem if it bothers you, ” he said. He adheres to a high protein, exercises and drinks lots of water.” Water is the key to good health, ” he pointed out.

” I always try and follow a good diet of low carb and high protein, but I love starches like bread and butter. If there’s any around, watch out. ”

” The only plastic surgery I’ve had was on my face in 1982 when I had drastic weight loss, “ Sly said candidly.

“For ROCKY 2, I was 195 pounds, but when I did ROCKY 3, I was down to 160, ” he explained. ” It was a really drastic weight loss, so I had to have the atrophied muscles tightened on the left side of my face. ”

“Being married has raised the quality of my life to unexpected heights” added the twice divorced actor. ” You’re almost obligated to try to be healthy for your children. I want to be around to see them graduate and walk down the aisle. ”

The issue also includes 3 family album pictures. Real nice.

Thanks to Ernest “Jazzman” Resendes and Mtotry.

– Craig Zablo

Chuck Wepner’s Attorney Announce Lawsuit to be Filed

Craig / / 2003, Celebs, Rocky

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.

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