In the 1980s, Arnold Schwarzenegger and Sylvester Stallone emerged as two of Hollywood’s most iconic action stars. Their rivalry-turned-friendship has been a rollercoaster ride over the years.
The feud between Arnold Schwarzenegger and Sylvester Stallone reportedly began at the 1977 Golden Globe Awards. Stallone, nominated for his role in Rocky, and Schwarzenegger, nominated for Stay Hungry, had a tense encounter at the event.
Stallone recalled the moment, saying Schwarzenegger was gloating about his nomination until Rocky won Best Picture and Stallone retaliated by throwing a bowl of flowers in his direction.
This incident sparked a 10-year-long battle between the two stars, marked by competitiveness and attempts to outdo each other.
However, in the early 1990s, they buried the hatchet after becoming investors in the Planet Hollywood restaurant chain. Their shared business venture led to a close friendship, with Arnold describing Stallone as a “great human being” and the two becoming inseparable.
Despite their past rivalry, Arnold and Sylvester have since praised each other and reflected on their competitive nature. They have starred together in several films, including The Expendables franchise and Escape Plan.
Their story is now the subject of a documentary titled Arnold & Sly: Rivals, Friends, Icons, set to premiere on April 23, 2024, offering viewers a glimpse into their complex relationship.
For those interested in watching the documentary, it will be available for live-streaming on platforms like Fubo, Hulu with Live TV, Sling TV, and YouTube TV. Don’t miss the opportunity to witness the journey of two Hollywood legends who went from bitter rivals to close friends.
