Stallone's Stunt Regrets: 'I'm an Idiot'

Sylvester Stallone has voiced significant regret over his history of performing his own stunts, labeling himself an "idiot" for the cumulative physical damage. The action star revealed the extensive toll his career has taken, detailing millions of injuries and over thirty minutes of just individual injury occurrences, compounded over years.

Following his role in "The Expendables," Stallone underwent nine back surgeries and three neck fusions, with both shoulders also being severely injured. He described how these procedures have left him "never quite the same," emphasizing the brutal consequences of his daredevil approach.

Stallone now advocates for others to "let other people do their job" and avoid being a "showboat." He warns that gravity is unbeatable and the repercussions of stunts are severe, using the example of football players to illustrate the inherent dangers. He admitted he is not proud of his injuries but rather regrets the damage he inflicted upon himself.

This sentiment echoes his recent statements accompanying the release of his memoir, "The Steps." Stallone told The New York Times that his "masochistic" treatment of his body came "at a terrible price," and he would choose differently if given the chance, advising others to "let someone else carry the banner."