Interesting Facts about Sylvester Stallone, the Iconic Actor of Rambo Who Once Worked in a Salon

Kapanlagi.com - Who doesn't know Sylvester Stallone, or more familiarly known as John Rambo? This Hollywood icon has made a name for himself in the history of cinema with a salary of 20 million USD per film. Sylvester Enzio Stallone, his real name, has actually been involved in the film industry since a young age. In fact, in 1976, he received prestigious awards for his role in the film Rocky.

Not only as an actor, Stallone is also known as a writer and director. During his teenage years, when he had problems with school, he even worked at his family's salon at the request of his mother. Who would have thought that behind his tough and brave character, Stallone also has an interesting past.

1. Left Side of Face Paralyzed

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No one could have imagined that before becoming famous like now, he was just an ordinary person born into a poor family. In fact, he was born in front of a school gate. When he was born, his mother experienced difficulties that forced the doctor to use forceps.

Unfortunately, there was a mistake in its use that caused a slight disability on Sylvester's face, especially on the left side, including his lips, tongue, and chin. This condition made him stutter when speaking and his lips pulled downward. However, it was from his shortcomings that his strengths later emerged.

2. Before Becoming an Actor, He Was Rejected 1,500 Times

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Despite Sylvester's limitations, he aspired to become an actor and often auditioned at various film companies. Although he was often rejected because of his face that looked like someone with special needs, his stuttering speech style, and his stiff acting, Sylvester never gave up.

Finally, an opportunity arose when a producer agreed to choose him as the lead actor with the condition of a cheaper script price. With strong determination, Sylvester gave his best in his role.

The film Rocky was a great success despite its small budget, winning the Best Film and Best Script awards at the Oscars. Sylvester also received a nomination for Best Actor.

3. Her Mother Used to be a Female Wrestler

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Jackie Stallone's mother used to be a female wrestler. Besides being a wrestler, Jackie was also active as a promoter in the sports industry.

4. Previously Worked at a Family Salon

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Previously, Sylvester worked at a salon, which may surprise people because he is known as an actor who often plays tough and brave characters.

When he was a teenager and experiencing problems at school, his mother asked Sylvester to help at their family salon. His first experience at the salon included dyeing a customer's hair green.

However, Sylvester's past is very different from his current success as a famous actor, including his role in the movie Escape Plan, which will soon be shown on MNC Vision.

In this film, Sylvester Stallone plays the role of Ray Breslin, a security expert hired by a technology billionaire in Hong Kong. The story begins when Breslin tries to rescue a child from his corrupt business partner, Lester Clark Jr. (Devon Sawa).

However, his task becomes more complicated when he is asked to rescue the billionaire's daughter, Daya Zhang (Malese Jow), who has been kidnapped along with her team by mercenaries.

5. Once Became the Highest-Paid Actor

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The owner of the real name Sylvester Enzio Stallone turned out to have been involved in the film industry since adolescence. He even won prestigious awards in 1976 for his role in the film Rocky.

Like most famous actors, his early career was not easy. Stallone faced various challenges and struggles in his works, some of which were considered disappointing to his fans.

However, that did not stop Stallone's spirit to continue working, even until his old age. His dedication made Stallone one of the highest-paid actors of his time.

Although he has now entered old age, Stallone still enjoys the fruits of his past work.

6. Designated as an Iconic Cultural Symbol

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Sylvester Enzio Stallone has been internationally recognized as an actor, writer, and director since he portrayed the lead role in his own screenplay about Rocky, which won the Academy Award for Best Picture in 1976.

Since then, Rocky has become a franchise with its five best sequels. In 2006, Stallone concluded the series with Rocky Balboa, which received critical acclaim and was well-received by loyal audiences.

Loyal Rocky fans firmly consider Stallone and Rocky as iconic cultural symbols. To honor the character deemed real, a statue of Rocky Balboa was created and placed on the steps of the Philadelphia Museum of Art.

The unveiling of the Rocky Balboa statue was done by the local Mayor. After the success with the Rocky character, Sylvester Stallone spent his time writing, directing, and starring as the character Rambo.

This film tells the story of John Rambo, a Vietnam War veteran, and was released twenty-five years after the debut of First Blood.

In this film, Sylvester Stallone takes the audience to the deepest forests of Burma, where crimes against humanity, civil war, and genocide have been taking place for over 60 years - without significant intervention.

7. Not Continuing Education to Pursue a Career

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Sylvester Stallone was born in New York City and attended school in the suburbs of Philadelphia, where he became interested in acting and became a famous football player.

After that, he spent two years teaching at the American College of Switzerland in Geneva. Upon returning to the United States, he studied drama at the University of Miami and began writing screenplays.

However, Stallone left college to pursue an acting career in New York City, but it was not easy. In 1973, he auditioned at almost every casting agency in New York and made thousands of acting calls, but the results were minimal.

With the money he earned, Stallone went to Hollywood. There, he continued to visit studios and casting agents, eventually landing some small roles in television and film while continuing to write.

8. Hollywood Actor Whose Films Have Topped the Box Office for 5 Decades

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Sylvester Stallone is an actor, screenwriter, director, and producer from America. He became famous after starring in the film Rocky in 1976, which was recognized by the American Film Institute as one of the 100 Most Inspiring Films of All Time with a ranking of 4.

He is also known as the only Hollywood star whose films have dominated the box office from the 1970s to the 2010s.

9. In Addition to a Successful Film Career, Stallone is an Accomplished Artist

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Besides his success in the film industry, Stallone is also a talented artist. He is skilled in painting on canvas and creating sculptures.

His art exhibitions have been successfully held at Art Basel, the Russian National Museum, and most recently at the Musée d'Art Contemporain Nice in France.

10. Moving Places to Pursue a Career

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At the age of five, Stallone and his family moved to Maryland. Initially, he lived with his father, but after his parents divorced in 1957, he moved to Philadelphia.

Stallone attended Notre Dame Academy and Lincoln High School in Philadelphia, as well as Charlotte Hall Military Academy. His first experience in acting began while attending school in Philadelphia.

Afterwards, he spent two years studying at the American College of Switzerland in Geneva before returning to the United States. There, he initially enrolled in drama at the University of Miami, but later left college to pursue an acting career in New York City.

11. How Many Children Does Sylvester Stallone Have?

All about Sylvester Stallone's 5 children: Sage, Seargeoh, Sophia, Sistine, and Scarlet. Unfortunately, Sage passed away from a heart attack at the age of 36.

12. Who is Sylvester Stallone?

Sylvester Gardenzio Stallone (born Michael Sylvester Gardenzio Stallone on July 6, 1946) is an American actor, screenwriter, director, and producer.

13. How Many Times Has Sylvester Stallone Been Married?

Sylvester Stallone has been married three times.

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