Sylvester Stallone
Actor and director of Rocky franchise
Born
July 6th, 1946
79 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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An American actor, director, and screenwriter achieved prominence through performances in iconic roles. Achieved acclaim for the portrayal of Rocky Balboa in the 'Rocky' series, which began in 1976. Also directed and wrote several films in the franchise. Gained further recognition for the character John Rambo in the 'Rambo' series, with the first film released in 1982. Stallone has received multiple awards, including Golden Globe nominations and a nomination for an Academy Award for Best Actor for 'Rocky'. His work has significantly influenced the action film genre.
Portrayed Rocky Balboa in the 'Rocky' series
Played John Rambo in the 'Rambo' series
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