NYMag.com ran a feature called The Best of September’s Entertainment Photography and the shot of Sly by Robert Maxwell for GQ made the cut. As well it should. You can see all of the photos here.
Category: 2010
MailOnLine: Covers Sly
On September 30, 2010, MailOnline posted a nice piece on Sly. Along with three photos of Sly shopping [one is posted above], there were also shots of him sparring with Dolph in Japan [below] and a pic of Sly with his girls [Jennifer and their three daughters]. You can see the full piece here.
“Rocky” Once Again a Winner
On October 1, 2010, The San Francisco Chronicle in collaboration with Rotten Tomatoes and its parent company, Flixster posted 10 Sports Films That Are Winners. Rocky came in 4th with a 93% favorable rating. You can see the entire list here.
Sly & Dolph Spar
Earlier this week The Washington Post ran a larger version of the photo above of Sly and Dolph “sparring” for the fans in Japan.
Antonio Tarver Praises Sly
On September 30, 2010, Antonio Tarver, who is in training for his upcoming heavyweight fight in his run at the heavyweight title, was interviewed. As you could expect, there was a question about working with Sly and the filming of Rocky Balboa. Here’s how it went down…
- Not only are you a world class boxer, but currently a boxing analyst for SHOWTIME and movie actor. You where the co-star in the last Rocky Balboa movie. Talk to us about making the movie and working with Sly Stallone?
That was such a great experience, I have to pinch myself even today, I just can’t believe I had that opportunity. When I look back as a young man growing up wanting to be a boxer, the Rocky movies where huge and had a big effect on me. Just to be considered for the part sent chills through my body. Still does today when I think about it. Sly was great to work with, he made me feel very comfortable. I take a lot of pride in making that movie. Sly trusted me to help direct the fight scenes. I had a lot of offers for other parts that I turn down because I still had boxing in my blood. Acting is something that I would like get more involved with after I retire from boxing.
Antonio Tarver is a class act. I had the good fortune to meet him years before winning the light-heavyweight championship, knocking out Roy Jones Jr. and the filming of Rocky Balboa. I also met him again when he was the champ as well as right after filming Rocky Balboa. Antonio Tarver was still the same humble, appreciative man. I wish him the best in his quest to win the heavyweight championship. Go Tarver!
Sly One of the Greatest Celeb Guests
Howard Stern has been a “shock jock” since, well, probably since the term “shock jock” was invented. Stern, best known for his outrageous show and hi-jinks, is sometimes over-looked as a probing interviewer. When celebs go on the Stern show, they [and Stern’s listeners] never know what to expect.
Now Howard Stern has put together “Howard Stern’s 25 Greatest Celebrity Guests” as a pay-per-view and On-Demand special. Of course Sly Stallone made the cut [otherwise why would we be talking about it on the SZ?], along with Arnold Schwarzenegger, William Shatner, Mr. T, James Caan, Farrah Fawcett, Gary Busey, and many others. You can learn more about the special here.
Dave Wachter: Expendable
Dave Wachter joins us this week with his take on Sly from The Expendables. I’m a huge fan of Dave’s art and own several pieces [and hope to get more in the future]. He’s a tremendous artist, but more importantly an all-around decent guy. You can see more of Dave’s art at his site. – Craig
Sly to Helm Gotti Bio-Pic?
Hollywood News reports that John “Junior” Gotti, the son of the late John Gotti has sold the movie rights to his father’s life story. The report claims that…
… Sylvester Stallone is circling Gotti’s autobiography as both actor and director.
For the full story, click here.
Others picking up the story include…
- The Wrap: John “Junior” Gotti…
- The Associated Press: John “Junior” Gotti
- Collider: Is Sly Stallone Still Interested…
- Gothamist: “Deadlock Don” Breaks Omerta…
- Cinemablend: John Gotti Jr. Working on a Biopic…
- New York Daily News: “Rocky” Star Sylvester Stallone…
- Empire: John Gotti Story…
Sly Tops List of Ultimate Action Heroes of All Time
Recently OK Magazine posted a list of The Top Ten Ultimate Action Heroes of All Time. Any guesses who came in first? Yep, Sly Stallone. Here’s the list…
1. Sylvester Stallone – 31%
2. Arnold Schwarzenegger – 24%
3. Bruce Willis – 15%
4. Bruce Lee – 9%
5. Jean Claude Van Damme – 7%
6. Steven Seagal – 4%
7. Angelina Jolie – 2%
8. Chuck Norris – 0.8%
9. Will Smith – 0.6%
10. Jason Statham – 0.2%
To see the full post, go here.
Of course the story was picked up by…
- Metro.co.uk: Sylvester Stallone Beats Arnold Schwarzenegger…
- Breaking News: Stallone Ranks Highest in Movie Hero Poll
- Worst Previews: Sylvester Stallone Voted Ultimate Action Hero
- Thaindian News: Stallone Voted Ultimate Action Hero
Expendables Passes $100 Million Mark
It should be noted that after 36 days of release, The Expendables passed the $100 million mark in the US. Way to go, Sly and everyone involved! – Craig