Iconic actor and writer Sylvester Stallone celebrated the first-ever Rocky Day in Philadelphia on Sunday, December 3, 2023.

This event commemorated the 47th anniversary of the release of the original Rocky movie in 1976, which not only won three Oscars but also launched Stallone’s career as a global star.

At 77 years old, Stallone appeared at the Parkway Visitor Center near the Philadelphia Museum of Art, where he unveiled a new Rocky shop that offers memorabilia and merchandise related to the film series.

Additionally, with the support of Mayor Jim Kenney, Stallone helped declare December 3 as Rocky Day in Philadelphia through a city resolution.

However, amidst the celebration, Stallone took the opportunity to respond to Meghan Markle, the former actress and wife of Prince Harry, who had previously criticized his movies as “whack” and “meant only for kids.”

Known for his outspoken nature, Stallone did not hold back his disdain for Markle, who has faced her fair share of scandals and lawsuits since stepping away from the royal family in 2020.

In front of a crowd of fans and reporters, Stallone referred to Markle as a “whack actress who doesn’t know good movies.”

He further stated that she is a disgrace to the profession and the country, suggesting that she should stick to her fairy tales and leave the real stories to real actors.

Stallone’s remarks were in response to Markle’s comments during a 2018 interview with Vanity Fair, where she expressed her disinterest in Stallone’s movies, particularly the Rocky and Rambo series.

Markle dismissed them as violent, macho, and outdated, stating that they were not her cup of tea and did not reflect the reality or diversity of the world.

These remarks sparked a backlash from Stallone’s fans and fellow actors, who defended his movies as classics and sources of inspiration.

In 2018, Stallone himself responded to Markle’s comments on Twitter, calling her ignorant and arrogant.

He claimed that she did not appreciate the art and craft of filmmaking and failed to understand the impact and influence of Rocky and Rambo on millions of people worldwide.

Stallone’s recent jab at Markle on Rocky Day reignited the feud between the two celebrities, despite the fact that they have never met in person.

As of now, Markle, who currently resides in California with Prince Harry and their two children, has not responded to Stallone’s comments.

On the other hand, Stallone expressed his pride and honor in celebrating Rocky Day in Philadelphia, the city where he filmed most of his movies.

He thanked his fans for their unwavering support and loyalty throughout the years, emphasizing that they are the reason why he continues to make movies.

Stallone concluded by expressing his hope to create more films in the future, with the aspiration that his fans will enjoy them as much as he enjoys making them.

In conclusion, Sylvester Stallone used the occasion of Rocky Day in Philadelphia to respond to Meghan Markle’s past criticism of his movies.

While celebrating the anniversary of the original Rocky film, Stallone unveiled a new Rocky shop and declared December 3 as Rocky Day in Philadelphia.

However, his remarks about Markle ignited a feud between the two celebrities, with Stallone expressing his disdain for her comments and Markle yet to respond.

Despite the controversy, Stallone remains proud and grateful for the support of his fans and looks forward to creating more movies in the future.