From LADbible · · 1m
Sylvester Stallone Threatens to Knock Richard Gere's Teeth Out
Sylvester Stallone threatened to knock Richard Gere's teeth out during a 1974 film audition clash.
In brief
Sylvester Stallone threatened to knock Richard Gere's teeth out during a 1974 film audition clash. Sylvester Stallone threatened to knock Richard Gere's teeth out during a 1974 film audition clash. Originally reported by LADbible.
Sylvester Stallone Memoir
Sylvester Stallone recalled a 1974 on-set clash with Richard Gere during The Lords of Flatbush audition process.
On-Set Clash
Stallone said Richard Gere grabbed his shirt and dug nails into his skin during the audition.
Threat to Knock Teeth Out
Stallone threatened to knock Gere's teeth out after Gere stirred the emotional cauldron inside him.
Audition Reaction
Stallone asked director Stephen Verona how he would react if Gere did this in real life, saying he'd knock teeth out.
Lunch Spill Incident
Gere spilled chicken grease on Stallone's leg during a car lunch break on set.
Consequence
Richard Gere was dropped from The Lords of Flatbush after the on-set clash.
Here's the gist
Sylvester Stallone threatened to knock Richard Gere's teeth out during a 1974 film audition clash.
