Celebrity Life's video: The Cast Of Rocky Then and Now

The ‘Rocky’ Franchise:Cast Then and Now 2018 The Rocky franchise follows the journey of aspiring boxer Rocky Balboa as he rises to fame and becomes a world-class ringster. Legendary actor Sylvester Stallone takes on the role of Rocky for six consecutive movies, with many other great film stars appearing in the iconic films along the way. From Rocky in 1976 right through to the spin-off movie Creed in 2015, it’s one of the most successful film series ever. With Creed II set to come out in 2017, it doesn’t look like there’s any stopping Rocky yet. For now, let’s take a look back at the cast of the Rocky franchise over the years – where are they now? The ‘Rocky’ Franchise With countless talented actors making the Rocky movies so great, it’s amazing to see what they’ve gone on to do since starring in the popular film series… Sylvester Stallone – Rocky Balboa Sylvester Stallone is definitely the perfect fit for the role of Rocky (after all, he did write the movies). He’s done himself and all his fans proud for the six Rocky films, followed by Creed. His transformation from a debt-collector to a world champion boxer completely embodies the American Dream. Besides Rocky, Stallone has written and starred in the Rambo franchise and his acting career is still going strong. Burt Young – Paulie Pennino Carl Weathers – Apollo Creed Mr. T – Clubber Lang Dolph Lundgren – Ivan Drego Back in 1985, Dolph landed his breakthrough role in the fourth Rocky film playing the standout character of Ivan Drago who defeats Apollo. The role boosted his career and he’s since starred in countless action movies including Masters of the Universe and The Punisher, as well as The Expendables series. Milo Ventimiglia – Robert Balboa Jr. Burgess Meredith – Mickey Goldmill Meredith played the impressive role of boxing trainer Mickey Goldmill. He was previously known for The Twilight Zone and his role as the penguin on the ’60s TV version of Batman. Sadly, the much-loved star passed away in 1997 at the age of 89. Tony Burton – Apollo’s Trainer Talia Shire – Adrian Balboa Jodi Letizia – Marie Rocky II Paul McCrane – A Young Patient Seargeoh Stallone – Rocky Balboa Junior The youngest son of iconic actor Sylvester Stallone appeared in Rocky II alongside his dad. Seargoah suffers with autism, causing Sylvester to narrate videos on children with disabilities. Seargoah keeps out of the spotlight now he’s grown up. Rocky III Hulk Hogan – Thunderlips Ian Fried – Rocky Jr. Rocky IV Brigitte Nielsen – Ludmilla Vobet Drago Michael Pataki – Nicoli Koloff Rocky V Richard Gant – George Washington Duke Kevin Connolly – Chickie Sage Stallone – Rocky Balboa Jr. Tommy Morrison – Tommy ‘Machine’ Gunn Rocky Balboa – The Sixth Movie Antonio Tarver – Mason ‘The Line’ Dixon Mike Tyson As Himself Geraldine Hughes – Marie