Sylvester Stallone’s son, Sage Moonblood Stallone, born on May 5, 1976, initially had a promising future but grappled with living in his famous father’s shadow. Their relationship was strained, exacerbated by Sylvester’s teasing about Sage’s appearance.

Despite their joint appearance in “Rocky V” in 1990, their bond was far from ideal. Sage enjoyed the privileges of his father’s success but wasn’t impressed by Sylvester’s on-screen personas. Their connection soured further due to Sylvester’s comments on Sage’s looks.

Sage’s disappointment peaked when he was passed over for a role in favor of someone else. Public disagreements arose when Sylvester publicly criticized Sage’s disinterest in the gym and preference for abstract art-house films in 1996. This further strained their relationship, with Sage determined not to be compared to his father.

The 1985 divorce between Sylvester and Sage’s mother, Sasha Czack, and Sylvester’s liaison with Brigitte Nielsen added to Sage’s resentment. Sage’s life ended with many unresolved questions after his passing.