Best known for his Oscar-nominated role, Rocky Balboa, and his war hero character, John Rambo, Sylvester Stallone became one of the most popular action stars in Hollywood. Along with his success as a leading man, Stallone has also garnered success from screenwriting and producing.

Sylvester Stallone sits for a portrait session in Beverly Hills, Calif., Jan. 26, 2016.
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