Sylvester Stallone built his career on action-packed roles, but performing his own stunts took a serious physical toll. The actor recently discussed his injuries and explained why he believes professional stunt performers should handle dangerous stunts.
During an interview with Fox News Digital, Stallone detailed the lasting effects of decades of stunt work. He said, “Millions, millions of regrets. I could literally spend a half hour talking about injuries, the amount, not even like one. I’m talking about 30 hours, 30 minutes of just individual ones, because it becomes compounded.”
“I have been injured many, many times, but after Expendables, I ended up with nine back operations, three neck fusions. Both shoulders ripped out, eye, all kinds of lens put… It’s been brutal.”
The 80-year-old actor said he has had to make peace with the pain. Looking back, he regrets not letting professionals handle the stunts. Stallone admitted, “I think I’m an idiot for doing that.”
He also offered advice to aspiring performers, saying, “Don’t be a stage hawk, or whatever you call it, a showboat. I know a lot of people are thinking about doing stunts … don’t. Let the pro do it.”
Stallone talks Tulsa King season 4 and life in Florida
Despite his regrets about stunt work, Stallone continues to portray Dwight Manfredi in Tulsa King. The crime drama’s fourth season premiered on Paramount+ on October 16, 2026, as the New York mobster faces new challenges while trying to expand his criminal empire.
Stallone said, “He still hasn’t achieved his goal. Just when he thinks he’s arrived, another situation, another dramatic episode presents itself, which is exactly what the show needs. We don’t want him to be like, ‘I can finally exhale.’ No, you don’t wanna.”
The actor also described the season’s opening as “quite shocking.” Dwight faces new criminals using political influence, technology, and traditional mob tactics. At the same time, tensions within his own crew create more problems for him.
Stallone also spoke about living in Florida after leaving California in 2024. He told the outlet, “I love it,” pointing to the clean air, water, and greenery as reasons the state suits him.
Originally reported on ComingSoon.net.
