Sylvester Stallone Says He Became Bulimic While Filming ‘Rocky’ Movies, Used Steroids
The 80-year-old actor recalls the period of his life where his physique became an "obsession."
Sylvester Stallone, the renowned actor and writer, has recently unveiled a new memoir titled "The Steps." The memoir draws inspiration from the iconic staircase in the film "Rocky." While promoting his book, Stallone candidly discussed his struggles with bulimia during the intense "obsessive body worship" phase of his life, particularly during the filming of "Rocky III" in 1982.
According to Stallone, he reached a dangerously low body fat percentage of 2.6 percent during this period and couldn't keep anything down due to his extreme obsession with maintaining that level of fitness. He also revealed his steroid usage, stating that it was impossible to achieve the same results naturally and that such an intense regimen took a severe toll on his body.
Stallone called the process "masochistic," highlighting that it was only in 1997's "Cop Land," where he played a weak character, that he finally found relief from the pressure. The actor also opened up about his previous "jingoistic" views on war and how his stance has evolved, now recognizing that all war is futile and pushing for its abolition.
Stallone admitted to being more liberal than portrayed by the media, emphasizing that his views on war have shifted dramatically over the years.
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