“I was on cruise control from '85 to '95, and it was my fault. There were a lot of self-inflicted wounds, when I was not doing any original material. I wasn't directing. I wasn't writing. That's not who I am.”

American actor and filmmaker

Sylvester Stallone is an American actor and filmmaker known for his intense screen presence and his portrayals of vulnerable, working-class characters. He emerged as a major figure of 1980s cinema and has had a long career across film and screenwriting. Over 58 years in the industry, Stallone has received numerous honors, including a Golden Globe Award and a Critics' Choice Award, and has been nominated for three Academy Awards and two BAFTA Awards. His films have grossed more than $7.5 billion worldwide, and he is one of only two actors, along with Harrison Ford, to appear in a box office number-one film across six consecutive decades.