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How Sylvester Stallone Got His Dog Butkus Back and Cast Him in Rocky

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Before becoming a Hollywood legend, Sylvester Stallone faced years of financial hardship while struggling to establish his acting career. According to Stallone, his situation became so desperate that he was forced to sell his beloved dog, Butkus, because he could no longer afford to care for him. Losing his loyal companion was one of the most painful sacrifices of those difficult years. But when Stallone’s screenplay for Rocky finally opened the door to success, he made an emotional decision that would reunite him with his four-legged friend. …. Continue Reading 🔽