Sylvester Stallone Says He Turned Down Trump's 'Special Ambassador' to Hollywood Role
Variety • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Sylvester Stallone revealed that he never explicitly agreed to his role as a "special ambassador" to Hollywood, a title bestowed by former President Trump nearly two years ago.
- Stallone expressed reservations about the appointment, citing Hollywood's complex, corporate nature and skepticism about influencing studio operations.
- He recalled telling Trump that the role "won't work" due to Hollywood's independent and corporate-driven environment.
- The special ambassador roles for Stallone, Mel Gibson, and Jon Voight were announced by Trump in January 2025 to help bring Hollywood business back from foreign countries and revitalize the industry.
- Despite his doubts about the role, Stallone spoke positively about Trump, describing him as a "mythical character" and expressing admiration for his achievements.
