Sylvester Stallone is a man of many talents. He is easily one of the most respected actors of his generation, whose several films have acquired iconic status in the industry. The legendary actor has mastered a unique skill set that is unmatched.
Throughout his career, Stallone has done significant physical transformation, experimented with his hairstyles for several of his on-screen roles, and proved why, even at age 77, he stayed on top of his acting A-game and remained a top performer for many highly acclaimed directors.
The Rocky movie actor has inspired millions of people and co-stars with his incredible film work. The professional wrestler Adam Copeland, better known as Edge, recently revealed how the actor inspired him and how his movies motivated him to pursue his career in Wrestling.
Adam Copeland Reveals How Sylvester Stallone Inspired Him
Sylvester Stallone has become a towering actor who has often collaborated with some of the most creative visionaries in Hollywood. Stallone has played varied roles in his storied career and made a name for himself in the industry. He achieved a new level of global stardom with his outstanding work in the 1976 American sports drama film Rocky, in which he played the role of Rocky Balboa, an Italian-American journeyman southpaw boxer.
The movie was critically and commercially successful, and his excellent work earned him widespread acclaim. Since then, he has starred in several big-budgeted, blockbuster, and action-packed projects, many of which have grossed millions of dollars at the box office, making him one of the most bankable stars.
Stallone is a cultural icon whose journey in Hollywood has inspired many people, including the professional wrestler Edge. On Brotherly Love Podcast, the WWE star opened up about his childhood and how he found his passion. He also shared how The Expendables movie star and his films have influenced his career. Adam Copeland mentioned the people who were his sole inspirations growing up,
“So If I look back at my childhood, I was a weird kid. So I was into Ace Frehley, Sylvester Stallone, my mom, my Uncle Gary, and Hulk Hogan. Those were my touchstones. As I grew older, I realized that guitar playing was probably not going to be my thing. So Ace Frehley’s out, but I still love Ace Frehley.”
He continued,
“There was something about Stallone. I also related to [him because] my uncle Gary kind of looked like Stallone so they were kind of one and the same to me. I think that’s why I’ve always had such a soft spot for Stallone. Then learning more about his story over the years. It’s just really made me respect the determination and grit that dude had.”
Edge claimed that Sylvester Stallone’s career, unique charisma, and films immensely inspired him, and he discovered his true passion for wrestling by watching these hardworking people.
A Brief Note on Sylvester Stallone’s Career in Hollywood
Sylvester Stallone is an A-list celebrity who has showcased his multiple talents in dozens of projects he has done in his career. In addition to his extraordinary filmography, the actor has successfully helmed several films as a top-notch director and worked with enough talented actors.
Throughout the ’80s and ’90s, Stallone dominated the silver screen with his compelling, award-winning, exceptional performances and blew away audiences’ minds with his inescapable on-stage star persona. His self-belief and determination to work hard helped him cement his career in the entertainment industry. He has starred in iconic movies like The Lords of Flatbush, Death Race 2000, Over the Top, Rocky, Cliffhanger, and Demolition Man.
Source: Brotherly Love Podcast
