Challenges Faced by Sylvester Stallone: Obstacles and Turning Points

Life is full of challenges, and Sylvester Stallone faced many. Discover key struggles and how they were overcome.

Sylvester Stallone is a highly acclaimed American actor and filmmaker with a career spanning over five decades. He's been recognized with a Golden Globe and Critics' Choice Award, and has been nominated for multiple Academy Awards and BAFTA Awards. Notably, Stallone is one of the few actors to have starred in a number one box-office film across six consecutive decades, highlighting his enduring popularity and success in the entertainment industry. He is best known for his roles in the Rocky and Rambo franchises.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Challenges & Struggles Controversies & Scandals

1983: Directing "Staying Alive"

In 1983, Sylvester Stallone directed "Staying Alive," the sequel to "Saturday Night Fever," starring John Travolta. Although the film was a critical failure, it was a commercial success, ranking in the top ten most financially successful films of 1983.

1984: Starring in "Rhinestone"

In 1984, Sylvester Stallone co-wrote and starred in the comedy film "Rhinestone" alongside Dolly Parton, where he played a wannabe country music singer. He also performed a song for the Rhinestone soundtrack. Stallone regretted turning down the lead role in "Romancing the Stone" to make "Rhinestone" instead.

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1987: Starring in "Over the Top"

In 1987, Sylvester Stallone starred in the family drama "Over the Top" as a struggling trucker. The film was poorly received by critics and was a box-office failure.

1992: Appearing in "Stop! Or My Mom Will Shoot"

In 1992, Sylvester Stallone appeared in Roger Spottiswoode's action comedy "Stop! Or My Mom Will Shoot", which was a critical and box-office disaster. Stallone signed onto the film based on rumors that Schwarzenegger was interested in the lead.

1995: Starring in "Judge Dredd"

In 1995, Sylvester Stallone played the title character in the science fiction action film "Judge Dredd". Despite being a domestic box-office disappointment, Stallone signed a three-picture deal with Universal Pictures for $60 million.

1996: Starring in "Daylight"

In 1996, Sylvester Stallone starred in the disaster film "Daylight" as a disgraced former emergency services chief. The movie underperformed at the domestic box office, but did better overseas.

2000: Starring in "Get Carter"

In 2000, Sylvester Stallone starred in the thriller "Get Carter", a remake of the 1971 British film of the same name. The film was poorly received by critics and audiences.

2001: Starring in "Driven"

In 2001, Sylvester Stallone's film "Driven" was released and became a critical and commercial failure.

2002: Starring in "Avenging Angelo" and "D-Tox"

In 2002, Sylvester Stallone's films "Avenging Angelo" and "D-Tox" were released and were critical and commercial failures.

August 15, 2014: Release of "The Expendables 3"

On August 15, 2014, "The Expendables 3", the third installment in the ensemble action film series, was released. The film was negatively received by critics and audiences and became the lowest-grossing film in the series.

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November 2017: Sexual Assault Accusation

In November 2017, a woman accused Sylvester Stallone of sexually assaulting her in the early 1990s at his Santa Monica office, which Stallone denied. His attorney mentioned that the accuser filed a report after an entertainment website declined the story.

June 2018: Investigation Confirmed

In June 2018, the Los Angeles District Attorney's office confirmed that the Santa Monica Police Department presented a sex crimes case against Sylvester Stallone to a special prosecution task force for review.

October 2018: No Charges Filed

In October 2018, the Los Angeles District Attorney's office decided not to charge Sylvester Stallone for the alleged assault, as no witnesses corroborated the allegations. Stallone in turn filed a police report regarding her lying on an official document.