Hollywood legend Sylvester Stallone recently opened up about his old rivalry with fellow action star Arnold Schwarzenegger.
Speaking candidly during his interview on Schwarzenegger’s Netflix docuseries, “Arnold,” Stallone reminisced about the fierce rivalry between the two actors while also declaring Schwarzenegger the “top” action star of his era.
Schwarzenegger, for his part, admitted that Stallone was “ahead” of him, but he made it a point to “overcome him” every time he came up with something.
Read on to learn more.
Sylvester Stallone Says Arnold Schwarzenegger Is ‘Superior’ Action Star
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The Stallone-Schwarzenegger rivalry has become an iconic part of Hollywood history, beginning in the 1980s when both actors became quintessential action heroes.
Throughout the years, they engage in friendly yet intense competition, both on and off screen, enthralling audiences around the world with their charismatic performances and bulging muscles.
During an interview session on Schwarzenegger’s new Netflix docuseries, Stallone’s reflective tone was evident when he admitted that the “Commando” star is the “superior” action star, according to Daily Mail.
“He is superior. He just has all the answers,” he said of Schwarzenegger. “He has the body. He has strength. That’s his character.”
Stallone claimed that their rivalry was fueled because they both wanted to be labeled as the “ultimate action man” of the eighties.
‘Sly Was Ahead Of Me In The ’80s.’
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Schwarzenegger also acknowledged Stallone’s early dominance in their early years before their decade-long feud came to a head.
follow Insiderthe actor’s long standoff dates back to the early 1980s when Stallone quipped that no one else was exploring the burgeoning action genre like he was “except some other guy from Austria.”
“Sly was ahead of me in the ’80s, so I had to catch up,” Schwarzenegger said. “Every time he comes out with a movie like ‘Rambo II,’ I have to figure out how to top it.”
With Stallone and Schwarzenegger’s acknowledgment of each other’s strengths and successes, it becomes clear that their rivalry is not just driven by ego but serves as a catalyst for their growth as actors and individuals. As they push the boundaries of the action genre, audiences are treated to many thrilling and unforgettable performances that have stood the test of time.
Sylvester Stallone Says Arnold Schwarzenegger Finally Got Over Him
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Adding to the narrative of their rivalry dynamic, Stallone explained that Schwarzenegger eventually began to highlight him as their careers progressed. At one point during the interview, Stallone admitted that Schwarzenegger “started to go strong” and eventually surpassed him in terms of success and impact in the action genre after starring in “Red Sonja,” “Commando,” and “The Terminator.”
Although Stallone noted that he usually plays underdogs who are “not very talented” and “kick my ass constantly,” he explained that Schwarzenegger’s character barely came out of the fight with any scratches.
“He just had all the answers. He had the body. He had the strength. That was his character,” he said. “Arnold, he never got hurt too much, and I said, ‘Arnold, you can go out and fight a dragon, and you’ll come back. with a Band-Aid.'”
“He wants to be number one. Unfortunately, he got there,” Stallone admitted.
Arnold Schwarzenegger Credits Sylvester Stallone’s Competition For Helping Him Break Limits
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Elsewhere on the show, Schwarzenegger admitted that they initially “warred” but credited his rivalry with Stallone for helping him push himself beyond his limits.
“We compete about everything,” Schwarzenegger shared. “The body is torn and oiled. Who is more violent? Who is tougher? Who uses the bigger knife? Who has the bigger gun? Sly and I are at war.”
However, as a testament to the continued impact of their rivalry, the “Terminator” star credits the “Rocky” star’s fierce competition as a key factor in pushing himself beyond his limits. The action star-turned-politician revealed how Stallone’s relentless drive and success always pushed him to strive for greatness.
Recalling their rivalry during an interview on “Arnold,” Schwarzenegger shared, “Without Stallone, I probably wouldn’t have been motivated during the ’80s to do the kind of movies I did and work as hard as I did.”
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