Arnold Schwarzenegger and Sylvester Stallone delve into their intense Hollywood rivalry

Arnold Schwarzenegger and Sylvester Stallone, two iconic action stars of Hollywood, have always had an intense and amusing rivalry that has spanned decades. The two actors still playfully banter about who had the bigger career, comparing everything from body fat percentages to the number of characters they killed on screen. Schwarzenegger, at 76 years old, and Stallone, at 77, reflect on their competitive nature with host Harvey Levin in Page Six’s exclusive preview of “TMZ Presents: Arnold & Sly: Rivals, Friends, Icons.”

The rivalry between Schwarzenegger and Stallone went beyond just the characters they played in their action-packed movies. They competed in every aspect, from body count to body fat percentage. As Schwarzenegger jokingly recalls, the competition was about topping each other in every way possible. Whether it was killing more characters on screen or having a lower body fat percentage, the two action stars were always looking to one-up each other.

The rivalry even extended to the weapons they used on screen. Schwarzenegger admits to being jealous of the massive machine guns Stallone used in his movies. This led him to demand bigger and better weapons for his own films, such as ‘Predator.’ The competition was fierce, with Schwarzenegger making sure he had a “bigger machine gun than Sly used in ‘Rambo’.”

Despite their intense competition, Schwarzenegger and Stallone eventually developed a strong friendship that has lasted for decades. Their dynamic is explored in Fox’s one-hour special, “TMZ Presents: Arnold & Sly: Rivals, Friends, Icons,” which airs on Tuesday at 8 p.m. ET on Fox and is available for streaming the next day on Hulu.

As Schwarzenegger playfully quips, “He killed 80 people, so I had to kill 87 people.” This light-hearted banter showcases the camaraderie and respect the two actors have for each other, despite their competitive nature. Their friendship is a testament to the bond that can form between colleagues in the cutthroat world of Hollywood.

In conclusion, the rivalry between Arnold Schwarzenegger and Sylvester Stallone is a legendary tale of two action stars battling it out on screen and off. From comparing body fat percentages to the number of characters they killed, their competition was fierce and entertaining. Yet, underneath it all, a strong friendship formed that has stood the test of time. “TMZ Presents: Arnold & Sly: Rivals, Friends, Icons” offers a glimpse into the dynamic between these two Hollywood legends, showcasing their intense rivalry and enduring friendship.