Sylvester Stallone, the iconic action star, addresses the topic of nepotism in Hollywood. At 80, he remains unapologetic about casting his daughter, Scarlet Rose Stallone, in his crime drama series Tulsa King. When questioned about her role, Stallone replied directly, stating, “You’re not a good parent if you haven’t performed a little nepotism. Then obviously you don’t care about your kids, because they come first,” according to a report from USA Today.
Sylvester Stallone defends his casting decision. (Getty Images)
He emphasizes the distinction between offering a chance and proving oneself. Scarlet, 24, plays the character Spencer in the series, while Stallone portrays Dwight “The General” Manfredi, a mobster building a criminal empire in Tulsa after years in prison. Scarlet’s character becomes more involved in the family’s criminal activities as the series progresses to its fourth season.
Stallone, married to Jennifer Flavin, has three daughters: Sophia, Sistine, and Scarlet. The family dynamics often find their way into public discussions due to the patriarch’s fame and influence in the film industry.
Aside from family matters, Stallone also discussed the physical challenges of his career. Promoting the fourth season of Tulsa King, he opened up about the toll his numerous action roles have taken on his body. The work on The Expendables left him with injuries requiring nine back operations and three neck fusions, along with severe shoulder damage.
Reflecting on his extensive stunt work, Stallone expressed some regret. He advised future filmmakers to rely more on professional stunt performers, sharing, “I think I’m an idiot for doing that. I’m proud that I broke myself in pieces? Like, duh, no.” His candor reflects a shift in perspective with experience and age.
Fox News Digital features reporter Stephanie Giang-Paunon contributed to the article.
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