Sylvester Stallone's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Sylvester Stallone.

Sylvester Stallone is a celebrated American actor and filmmaker with a career spanning over five decades. He has received numerous awards, including a Golden Globe and a Critics' Choice Award, alongside nominations for Academy Awards and BAFTA Awards. Stallone is one of the few actors to star in a box-office number one film across six consecutive decades. His films have collectively grossed over $7.5 billion worldwide, marking him as a significant figure in the film industry.

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

1985: Rocky IV and Rambo: First Blood Part II Release

In 1985, Sylvester Stallone continued his success with the Rocky and Rambo franchises, releasing "Rocky IV" and "Rambo: First Blood Part II". He prepared for "Rocky IV" by training with Franco Columbu, mirroring Mr. Olympia competition prep. Both films were major financial successes.

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1986: Cobra Release and Production Company Setup

In 1986, The action film "Cobra", starring Sylvester Stallone, was released and became a box-office success. This led to the setting up of his production company, White Eagle Enterprises.

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1993: Starring in Cliffhanger and Demolition Man

In 1993, Sylvester Stallone made a comeback with the successful action thriller "Cliffhanger", grossing US$171 million worldwide. He also starred in the futuristic action film "Demolition Man" with Wesley Snipes and Sandra Bullock, which debuted at No. 1 at the box office.

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1994: Starring in The Specialist

In 1994, Sylvester Stallone starred in "The Specialist" with Sharon Stone, which was a commercial success despite negative reviews. The film made $170.3 million worldwide.

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1997: Starring in Cop Land and winning Best Actor Award

In 1997, Sylvester Stallone starred in "Cop Land", receiving critical acclaim and the Stockholm International Film Festival Best Actor Award for his performance. The film was a modest box office success.

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2006: Rocky Balboa Release and Death Wish Remake Plans

In 2006, Sylvester Stallone made a comeback with "Rocky Balboa", which was a critical and commercial hit. He also planned to direct and star in a "Death Wish" remake, but later abandoned the project.

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August 13, 2010: The Expendables Release

On August 13, 2010, "The Expendables", written, directed, and starring Sylvester Stallone, was released, marking the biggest opening weekend in his career with US$34,825,135.

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December 7, 2010: Induction into International Boxing Hall of Fame

On December 7, 2010, Sylvester Stallone was voted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame in the non-participant category.

October 2018: No Charges Filed

In October 2018, the Los Angeles District Attorney's office decided not to charge Stallone for the alleged assault due to lack of corroborating witnesses. Stallone then filed a police report against the accuser for lying on an official document.