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Stallone Sold His Dog for $40, Bought Him Back for $15K!
24 Oct
Summary
- Stallone sold his beloved dog Butkus for $40 due to poverty.
- He later repurchased Butkus for $15,000 after 'Rocky' success.
- Butkus appeared in the 'Rocky' films as Rocky Balboa's pet.
In his struggling actor days before 'Rocky,' Sylvester Stallone shared a rundown apartment with his dog, Butkus. He described them as "thin" and "hungry," living with "hot and cold running roaches." Stallone relied on Butkus for company, even joking the dog inspired 'Rocky.'
Financial hardship forced Stallone to sell Butkus for $40 outside a 7-Eleven, as he could not afford to feed him. This sacrifice enabled him to survive before his screenplay for 'Rocky' was sold.
After 'Rocky' became a success, Stallone paid $15,000 to get Butkus back. He considered the dog "worth every penny." Butkus later became part of the 'Rocky' legacy, appearing as Rocky Balboa's pet.
Stallone's journey from poverty to fame, including the story of Butkus, highlights his perseverance. The $40 sale and $15,000 repurchase remain a poignant part of his pre-Hollywood narrative.
