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 whose career has spanned over five decades. He's received multiple accolades, including a Golden Globe and a Critics' Choice Award, along with nominations for three Academy Awards and two BAFTAs. Notably, Stallone is one of only two actors to have starred in a box-office number one film across six consecutive decades, highlighting his enduring appeal and success in the film industry.
1977: Nominated for Best Actor and Best Screenplay for Rocky
In 1977, Sylvester Stallone became the third person in history to receive nominations for both Best Actor and Best Screenplay for the first Rocky film.
1985: Continued Success with Rocky and Rambo Franchises
In 1985, Sylvester Stallone continued his success with the Rocky and Rambo franchises with Rocky IV and Rambo: First Blood Part II. Both films were major financial successes.
1986: Cobra Released and Production Company Founded
In 1986, the action film "Cobra" was released instead of "Angels with Dirty Faces", becoming a box-office success. This led to Sylvester Stallone setting up his production company, White Eagle Enterprises.
1989: Co-starred in Tango & Cash
In 1989, Sylvester Stallone co-starred alongside Kurt Russell in the buddy cop action film "Tango & Cash", which performed well at the box office, grossing over US$120 million worldwide.
1993: Cliffhanger and Demolition Man
In 1993, Sylvester Stallone starred in the successful action thriller "Cliffhanger" and the futuristic action film "Demolition Man". Demolition Man was a hit at the box office.
1994: Starred in The Specialist
In 1994, Sylvester Stallone starred in "The Specialist" alongside Sharon Stone. Despite negative reviews, the film was a commercial success.
1997: Starred in Cop Land
In 1997, Sylvester Stallone starred in the crime drama "Cop Land" alongside Robert De Niro and Ray Liotta. The film was critically well-received and a modest success at the box office.
1998: Voice-over Work in Antz
In 1998, Sylvester Stallone did voice-over work for the animated film "Antz", which was a success domestically.
2003: Played Villain in Spy Kids 3-D: Game Over
In 2003, Sylvester Stallone played a villainous role in "Spy Kids 3-D: Game Over", which was a huge box-office success. He also had a cameo in the French film Taxi 3.
2006: Rocky Balboa Release and Death Wish Remake Development
In 2006, Sylvester Stallone had a comeback with "Rocky Balboa", the sixth installment in the "Rocky" series, which was a critical and commercial hit. He also began development on a "Death Wish" remake.
August 13, 2010: The Expendables Release
On August 13, 2010, Sylvester Stallone's film "The Expendables" was released, marking the biggest opening weekend in his career. The film took US$34,825,135 in its opening weekend.
December 7, 2010: Inducted 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.
2015: Reprised Role as Rocky Balboa in Creed
In 2015, Sylvester Stallone reprised his role as Rocky Balboa in the spin-off-sequel film "Creed", receiving widespread acclaim and accolades, including the Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actor.
January 16, 2025: Appointment as Special Ambassador to Hollywood
On January 16, 2025, Stallone was announced by Trump to serve as a Special Ambassador to Hollywood.
