The #1 Sylvester Stallone Fan Site in the World!
SZoner, Paul Wintner checked in with a couple more photos from his amazing Stallone collection. We’ll run some more photos in the coming weeks, but if you can’t wait, follow the link to his site… and plan to stay a while because Paul’s collection is stunning.
When SZoner, Gerardo Moreno heard that Sly had been injured he decided to create a poster to represent how Sly’s fans. Well done, Gerardo!
You can see more of Gerardo’s art at his site.
Hey SZoners! The holidays are quickly approaching and I wanted to remind everyone that Rocky sculptures are still available through A. Thomas Schomberg studios. These statues were created by Mr. Schomberg [who created the original Rocky sculpture seen in the Rocky movies] in collaboration with Sylvester Stallone and MGM studios. Here’s my interview with Mr. Schomberg. [part two of the interview is here] for the SZ.
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Remember, if you’ve purchases a statue, I’d love to post a picture of you with it on the StalloneZone! – Craig
SZoner, Daz sent in the photo above of a Rambo tattoo that he did on himself. Nice work, especially considering that he had to do it upside down! – Craig
Long time SZoner, Mike Kunda pictured above, doing his best Rocky impersonation at the entrance to the apartments used in the original “Rocky” sent in some of his art as well as a photo of SZoner, Judge Monty from the UK. They’re show on location in Philly! Hope you enjoy – Craig
Israel Baptist runs a nice Sylvester Stallone website which features news, photos, video clips, and art primarlily by an artist named Clodoaldo. Check out the site and let ’em know I sent ya!
Here’s an e-mail I wanted to share with all SZoners:
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Hi, Craig.
My name is Edmundo de França, I am a Brazilian fan of Sly and a member of the StalloneZone Forum, under the username of “edmfalcao”.
I talked to you some time ago about my blog Stallone Brasil.
I am sending this message to share with you the experience I had in meeting Sly in Rio de Janeiro, during the shooting of The Expendables.
Before that, I have created, along with another fan, Rennan Rebello, the “Sly Squad Fan Club”, that gathered around 200 people on April 4th, when we present Sly with some gifts such as statues, our official fan club T-shirt and one Brazilian soccer club jersey.
On April 10th, I was gathered with other fans from Sly Squad, waiting for Sly near the hotel where he was staying, in Copacabana. After a long wait, around 10pm, many fans left. Just me and 11 more remained. We were all excited, but afraid that Sly wouldn’t give us much attention, after all, he was filming the entire day and, certanly, would arrive very tired.
The night was cold and, in time, some people even slept on the sidewalk. Even so, we remained hopeful. Some fans even came from other states just to try to have a picture taken with with him. Around 1am we spotted the van where Sly was in and, immediately, ran to the hotel’s entrance to welcome him.
At this time, it was possible to see the expression in Sly’s face, watching us late at night. He seemed very surprised. We immediately noticed his tired looks. Our greatest joy and happines was when he left the van and came to us. It was amazing how nice he was with us late at night. We sorrounded him, took pictures and got autographs. Sly signed them slowly, carefully. It was magnificent to see it because, even tired, he treated us with tenderness.
For me and the other group members, that was an unique and unforgettable day. I was already a fan since I was 6 years old and, after this day, I see that all that really worth it. I have travelled more than 600 miles for this. I have been hungry and cold. But the feeling I had by taking a picture with him, was unique. My greatest joy was to notice how simple and nice he is. His attention to his fans. Sly is worthy of all the success he have. He deserves it!!
More details are on Blog Stallone Brasil:
And at Stallone For Ever, by Osmar Daou:
Thanks a lot, Craig!!
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SZoner, Osmar recently checked in with these photos and report:
Lou Sandoval sent in a photo of a Stallone piece that he wanted to share with us. Here’s a link to Lou’s site. Check it out and let him know what you think! Hopefully we’ll see more of Lou’s work in the future!