1982: SYLVESTER STALLONE and HENRY COOPER | Saturday Live | Classic Interviews | BBC Archive

[@glease3144]

There's a patience, intelligence, eloquence and reserve here that seems utterly alien to modern tv interviews.

[@davidphilips5543]

Very well said.

[@natsyoutube]

And the degree of honesty from Sylvester Stallone is remarkable. I love his humor too. Such a great man ❤

[@krishnamurtiism]

What a hidden gem, Stallone and Cooper in the same interview.

[@RustyCohle]

Exactly!

[@JJONNYREPP]

1982: SYLVESTER STALLONE and HENRY COOPER | Saturday Live | Classic Interviews | BBC Archive 0307am 16.10.24 if you could only have gotten casius clay and muhammad ali in the same studio... now that would have been a boon. cooper vs ali...? i think he, cooper, might just have....................

[@scribble3478]

Henry and Sylvester ooze class and humility here which is very rare these days.

[@brianbadonde8700]

100 percent the celebs and people in general spoke and carried themselves with a lot more class back then and the further you go back the better they spoke

[@scribble3478]

@@brianbadonde8700 Everything has degraded in value in these insane times. Commercialism has oversaturated us with a lot of so called celebrities but none of the old qualities of our stars of the past.

[@FatHead1979]

100% agree, 2 class acts

[@rossmorebaz]

its hard not to like sylvester stallone .. what a nice guy .. a genuinely good man ..

[@outsidethepyramid]

even so, some people today would be offended by some of his comments here because they are so sensitive and had a mollycoddled upbringing

[@phillipcarter8045]

And a good actor …

[@velvetunderpants44]

He went though a lot of hard times. Steinbeck said if you want help, ask poor people. They'll help you. Similar thing with this guy- he knows what hard times are. Genuinely think this guy would help anyone if he could. Not a false bone in his body.

[@Illustraful]

@@rossmorebaz He's not a good man. He treats his own fans like 💩.

[@BullyBoxer]

@@Illustrafulcry more .

[@zekeedwards7904]

And he's still entertaining me 42 years later, really enjoying Tulsa King ❤

[@janetcrisp5815]

Never thought in a million years I’d see Sylvester Stallone, Henry cooper and gloria huniford in the same room together!😂

[@rossini55]

Not quite as unusual as Keith Harris (Orvile the Duck) and Flava Flav from Public Enemy becoming friends.

[@johngammon963]

Sly is a clever guy, and very humble 😉

[@Illustraful]

Stallone humble? 😂😂😂😂

[@lewis7515]

One of Stallone's greatest achievements is knowing just how far to dumb-down his intellect - which is truly formidable. The man is no joke.

[@MrTamiya89]

Sly Easternegger?

[@JosephB-tv7gf]

Indeed! Humble makes good comedy. "Stop or my mum will shoot!" comedy gold.

[@SummerDream3r]

This dude is very thoughtful and articulate.

[@roundtheloopandback]

both are actually

[@JamesYoung-y1b]

Stallone is so underrated. He wrote Rocky. He is acting the character of Rocky so well - people actually believe that it’s him.

[@roundtheloopandback]

@@JamesYoung-y1b exactly this

[@Return26-p4t]

He is one smart and sharp guy, the bumbling Rambo image is way off.

[@burntgod7165]

Very intelligent. Steven Berkoff, the English avant-garde theatre creator, played a villain in Rambo. He didn't think much of it at the start, and did it for the money. But in his diaries he says he got to like and respect Stallone, and they spent time together discussing Greek theatre and Shakespeare. Berkoff was hugely surprised and impressed by Stallone's knowledge.

[@JuggiesArchive]

A pair of true gentlemen 🙂

[@Gray-zi5bp]

💯🇬🇧🇯🇲👍🏿

[@Anthony-Testicali]

Interviewers and interviewees were polite,laidback and refined...none of the LOUD gurning,noise,bs small talk and LOUD jokes of todays tv....i loved the 80s...5 when they started 15 when they ended...

[@chrisburton4128]

100%

[@markhepworth]

British interviewer.

[@Solaar_Punk]

How does one gurn loudly?

[@Solaar_Punk]

​@@markhepworthNope.

[@Hedgehogsinthemist123]

Sly is a very down to earth, sincere, genuine man.

[@Illustraful]

@@Hedgehogsinthemist123 Bwahahaha! Yeah, right. Nothing down to earth about him. Just look up videos of the way he treats his own fans. He's an arrogant POS.

[@ROCKINGMAN]

Never saw an interview with Stallone. Really nice to hear him. Not forgetting the great Henry Cooper.

[@jamiew1664]

watch the one from the late 70s on Parkinson.....its better than this, hes such a smart man, and it shows even more in that one!!

[@paulrichardson9843]

There's a good one with Barry Norman from late 70s as well where Stallone talks about how he had to write Rocky and cast himself because he wasn't getting any decent acting roles at all.

[@hawsrulebegin7768]

Great interview. No joking around, just letting him talk. And we get an insight to his mind.

[@sprint955st]

And yes, they are discussing his movies but not in the forced promotion way they do nowadays.

[@StephenRoberts-zx8js]

Nice to see this interview on KZbin..I can remember going to see ROCKY 3 in 1982 , my brother took me in Swansea South Wales and I was 9 years old and now I'm 51 years old and still a Sylvester Stallone fan .. Henry Cooper was a gentleman and behaved with dignity and composure.. Good evening October 2024

[@reddevil9554]

I took my little brother when he was 9 to see Rocky V. Not the best film in the franchise but we both enjoyed it, especially seeing Rocky on the big screen.

[@southlondon86]

Sir did you watch Terminator 2 at the cinema when you were 18?

[@bigvern19575]

Interviews seemed so more laid back and friendly in the 80's

[@sprint955st]

Never seen Graham Norton?

[@Morecheeeeese]

And the guests seem more real too. That's a huge generalisation sure, but watching 70s and 80s chat shows it seems they were open to talk more candidly about serious stuff. Plus there are more talentless gobshites filling the space now, folk only famous for being famous 🙄💤

[@christopherchristos7275]

A completely different and better society.

[@wutang6020]

More real and intelligent

[@Rkid1999]

@@sprint955st Nah. He spends too much time trying to be funny while the audience cheer or clap every 5 seconds.

[@martinplatt5928]

What wonderful people, all 3. Lovely interviewing by Gloria. 1982 I was 24. Great times.

[@adamstar7516]

I love how polite and respectful this superstar is. He's also amazingly deprecating, a trait the English virtually invented. No wonder everyone loves Stalone so much.

[@rossini55]

Yes. I have heard that Sly Stallone is actually a really nice guy, humble and not self-centred or self-entitled like many movie stars are today.

[@CazSmith]

@@rossini55 lol.

[@stevetallantyre]

Back when tailors could still cut suits to fit people who aren't stick thin without making them look like a sausage about to burst. What a great, articulate, entertaining interview.

[@haveyoursaythearsenalway9500]

Two absolute gentlemen & an interviewer who wasn't looking for gossip & scandal or gotcha moments. What a fantastic interview 👏

[@RustyCohle]

Two extremely articulate gentlemen.

[@neonh161]

Brilliant classic interview, with such dignity..

[@beentwolong11]

I love this,notice how articulate Sylvester is

[@machohogan]

Wow. I love the early 80’s talk shows. You can tell the hosts have huge respect for their guests. You can feel it here. What a great interview.

[@oldskoolfool141]

It wasn't the jungle it is now, nowadays presenters are about 'gotchyas' and controversy that create clicks/attention, back then there were only a few channels so the attention was secured so conversation was relaxed

[@pcalf101]

Lovely little insightful chat. Didn't want it to end 😢

[@RS-do1of]

I met Henry Cooper once when he gave me a prize at school. His hand was enormous and strong when he shook mine. He was so warm and gentlemanly.

[@richardscanlon]

What a great memory.

[@vordman]

Haha. People on here "surprised" that Sly Stallone is intelligent. Of course he's intelligent. The guy writes screenplays and directs films.

[@csb7376]

Just like was said in the interview, people think he has a Rocky/Rambo intellect in real life. I suppose his speech and accent goes some way towards it as well, but never judge a book....

[@spenserclarke5956]

Sylvester Stallone is one of those people who come under the "Don't judge a book by the cover" banner. Because of his early life paralysis, which affected his speech, he was treated as unintelligent, more so with his bulk, which was as a result of working back his muscles following said previous medical issues. I was surprised to learn many years ago, that 'Rocky' was created by Stallone, and he 'blackmailed' himself into the role by not releasing the screenplay unless he got the role. That takes balls, but having endured such a disability and overcoming it, he has it in spades! I always like 'Sly', even though I never really got into the Rambo movies in my teens when they came out, as were my friends, although as I was into military stuff etc, I did buy a Rambo 'survival' Knife around '82 (which was a piece of crap! Lol!) Mind you, who the hell would allow a 12 year old to buy a 6 or 7inch fixed blade knife these days...or even back then? But such were the days. I recall being in a cinema in 1985/86 watching Rocky IV and my cousin and his mates were shouting out in favour of Rocky when Drago was being pummelled! Me, I quietly appreciated and enjoyed the revenge for Apollo Creed.

[@gunsharck]

If anyone needs more proof just listen to his various Rocky and Rambo audio commentaries. They are brilliant. Sly has a huge lexicon

[@csb7376]

@@gunsharck I'm sure he does 😜

[@jamesbutler6253]

Intelligence and creativity are not synonymous.

[@BullyBoxer]

As a boxing man, I really enjoyed that. Thanks for uploading. 🥊

[@RFED2O]

Henry Cooper... One world class human being 💯

[@Chimpdonger]

I wish we had this BBC now

[@andresmontana4466]

You can tell Stallone is a highly intelligent man.

[@lissettevasconez9939]

"Sly looked very dapper sharp here in his suit". A true American treasure! Oh my goodness I love Ya Rock forever!!!

[@roberthawthorne1778]

The interviewer is Gloria Hunniford from Portadown. She is a legend of broadcasting. Her life touched by tragedy. But shone through regardless of everything. Sly is my childhood hero......what a pairing!

[@urbanapache2]

Henry's hammer. Ouch, what a punch that was. A true gentleman also.

[@Mark-q7i1m]

I was driving back from work back in 1990 I think it was, and BBC Radio 1 were doing a guest interview with Sly and I really enjoyed listening to it. I thought, 'My God, what a really funny, intelligent fella with a cracking personality!' Definitely one of the best interviews I've ever listened to.🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🇺🇲

[@KekeElBecko]

I'm a scruff, but I do respect and appreciate when guys take the opportunity to display good sartorial elegance, which when matched with Sly's intelligence and eloquence and achievements, is dynamite when juxtaposed with the Rocky character

[@dperson9212]

Lovely honesty😂

[@robertfraunberger1657]

Liar. Big words

[@mickyeverton]

He was OUTSTANDING IN COP LAND!! 👊👊👊

[@clives344]

Demonstrated what a good actor he is in that Film.

[@clives344]

@@bwilson5401 Forgot about that film i remember seeing that way back in the early 80s.

[@ryanthenortherner9966]

​​@@clives344Cop Land came out in 1997

[@danielcraig4974]

Classic footage

[@mmuzzwell3654]

Sylvester's mum always comes to mind when I see him. She was an amazing character and certainly inspired her kids to think big.

[@csb7376]

@@mmuzzwell3654 She was an absolute nightmare by all accounts

[@richardscanlon]

A mixture of nostalgia, meaningful communication, respect and passion of one of the oldest sports known to humanity.

[@KINGMONKEY1989]

I love the first 4 Rocky movies because its what i grew up watching but Rocky 3 is my absolute favourite. Also when Mickey dies i cry every single time because of Rocky's reaction and how real that scene looked.

[@Rob-z7k]

Eye of the Tiger!

[@bandidol200]

Never heard Stalone in an interview before. Very articulate and not the person I thought or some of the wide media portray! Nice guy. 👍

[@TheOverlordOfProcrastination]

What a lovely interviewer she was. Very relaxed and natural.

[@garymcatear822]

I met her daughter once, she came into my work to do an interview...Karen Keating...she was just as nice as her mother is. I edited the interview she did.

[@idh9395]

​@@garymcatear822Karen Keating was my first big crush. So gorgeous...really sad how her life ended so young.

[@garymcatear822]

@@idh9395 Aye i was gutted when i heard the news. By the way...she smelled as beautiful as she looked...and i got a wee kiss on the cheek 😁

[@RS-do1of]

Karen was an absolute natural just like her mum. A real tragedy

[@mickmack8999]

Two legends, great interview thanks for posting really enjoyed it

[@darrenfranks141]

This interview alone just shows how Stallone became the biggest movie star in the world he has so much charisma and wit.

[@davidmclackland]

Great intelligent interview thank BBC Archives.

[@Brucey77775]

When the BBC knew how to choose presenters that asked decent questions!

[@bennyd345]

What a lovely interview/interviewer.

[@dajazman2k]

It’s amazing how formal and articulate people were those days.

[@jamesh2003]

Very clever guy and fair play to Gloria Hunniford, a really good interview.

[@robhingston]

Henry Cooper, so real and natural,

[@FiveLiver]

Henry Cooper 1934 - 2011

[@mickles1975]

Henry giving Sly the plot for Rocky 4

[@jaygee2759]

Our henry,,,❤

[@martinrichard542]

Sir Henry cooper. The only boxer to receive a knighthood. So far. Services to boxing and was sports personality of the year twice.

[@SteveOwen-e6s]

His charity work as well, what I admired about Henry was, when Henry got a call from Ali regarding a charity event, Henry would reply Where and when, and Henry would go, the respect between Henry and Ali was there to see

[@MrCol104]

Thanks for uploading. What a brilliant interview.

[@sirtompo2]

This interview is gold

[@wightangel]

What a lovely bit of nostalgia.

[@stephenturner6075]

I think Sylvester Stallone is a great actor and generally doesn't get the credit he deserves when people are talking about great actors and i have been guilty of this myself but his performances in First Blood, Rocky and Cobra are there for all to see.

[@williamcarter361]

You was doing really well until you mentioned Cobra 😂😂😂

[@stephenturner6075]

@@williamcarter361 I like Cobra

[@ZipperedRain]

Agreed, FIST, Rocky, First Blood, Oscar, Copland are all fabulous performances and showcase Stallone’s dramatic and comedic acting chops. It’s a shame he didn’t spread his wings more because he’s very funny in Oscar, but I guess the action man roles paid the bills.

[@Illustraful]

@@stephenturner6075 Yeah, that scene where he used scissors on a pizza was Oscar worthy.

[@Illustraful]

@@ZipperedRain His best acting chops is when he acts like a nice family man, having disowned his own son Sergeaoh because he was born disabled.

[@albertprekadin118]

Best 15 minutes i ever spent in my life ❤

[@bluesteel6612]

Well done Gloria great interview and ever respectful and polite with a great attitude on radio and TV 👍🏻

[@cujimmy1366]

Great interview,and quite a philosophical one.

[@clives344]

Very inteligent man

[@LFOVCF]

How interesting that 'our 'enry' talked about taking himself away from family etc to tap into his more survival mentality, and in Rocky 4, he does just that

[@AlexMitchell-sj4sb]

I like Stallone. Some of his films were crap, some were definitely peak 80s action but honestly the guy is down to earth and enjoyable to listen to.

[@Al-iv3mb]

Both seemingly really nice guys. Not having seen Stallone interviewed before I have to say what a genial guest he was. As for "Our Enery", an absolute gent and totally devoted to his wife.

[@jnuttso1]

Interviews seemed to be a lot better back then not sure if it's just a simple case of allowing the guest to finish what there saying without interrupting aw the good old days lol

[@kevinb9830]

no whooping and hollering from the audience, either

[@grantcook5376]

So glad I watched this interview. Two gentlemen and Gloria. Brilliant.

[@tricky.pixels]

Great interview with Sylvester...he seems a very intelligent and charming man...Gloria sure was beautiful here...

[@SonOfAnders73]

She brought out the best in Sly thats for sure he was smitten

[@KingKong-li2lg]

Smashing

[@Carnabwth]

Everyone know how great a guy Henry was. I recently watched his fight v Ali and after doing so, I fully understood why they called his left hook 'Enry's 'ammer. He was also a suprisingly good boxer. May they both rest in peace.

[@thelstanedwardsson4374]

Two great guys in the same interview. Brilliant clip. RIP Henry

[@KingBarnaDuke]

"Pebble Mill at one".... Oh the memories. I do love a little nostalgia. Thank you for the upload 👍

[@slipjones2]

Great interviews

[@paulrobinson6178]

What an excellent interview, all three of them were great.

[@christopherbusby1726]

What a great combination. Henry and Sly in the same interview brilliant.

[@sprint955st]

She’s a far superior interviewer to bluddy Wogan or bluddy Parkinson. And Billy Joel does a great impression of Sylvester Stallone. He’s nailed the voice.

[@orangefacedbuddah1776]

bloody hell.

[@robertward5047]

I love this. This was his best role when he had to play an intelligent man.

[@peterharvey1762]

Rocky 3 “I knew this would be the last one “ 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@humblebugg5270]

Sly talks about his current rocky film the way I talk about my current pint.

[@johnrafferty8087]

Sadly the steaming 💩 5 was made .

[@davidmoore2308]

But its a good job he made Rocky 4 even the music is great.

[@garymcatear822]

@@davidmoore2308 My favourite movie soundtrack is the Rocky 4 soundtrack...2nd favourite is the Lost Boys soundtrack.

[@ianduncan1882]

What a great interview..

[@techtipsuk]

When you hear him talk you realise how strong his acting is.

[@ryand141]

Stallione is severely underrated in my opinion. He's very smart.

[@Sam-gw5pl]

What a great interview.

[@eaglehuntertcb8063]

Gloria is a superb interviewer

[@allanwaters9782]

Rocky 3 zone here he is awesome

[@iceberg5220]

Henry Cooper is a credit to his heritage and upbringing. Pure Class !

[@brianfl4155]

Both really interesting and insightful...such a lovely bloke Henry

[@electricmaster23]

Two legends. Nice stuff.

[@nicholasfox9775]

What a great interview 😊

[@andysaccasan9078]

Enjoyed that great interview ✅

[@buckshot4569]

Miss our Henry on the telly 😕🏆✨

[@peterashworth1569]

SS so underrated- very smart guy

[@markjohn1910]

Two absolute gentlemen right there .

[@martinfearon6496]

Rocky 3 was the best

[@PaulJones-i7k]

It is so refreshing to see an articulate actor speaking of his most famous film . Mr Stallone is a very interesting man. He is totally different from the image that the press depicts.

[@SAnd-pd1ou]

He is so well spoken

[@allanhughes7859]

I dealt with our Henry in a store opening "He came to open a supermarket" I was charged with looking after him for the day !!WHAT A GENTLEMAN SO SO HUMBLE A REALLY REALLY NICE CHAP God bless you Henry R.I.P. you were on par with folk like Joe Dunlop and the likes a great human !!!!!!!!!!!!!! So proud to have met you and so proud that I was the lucky one to show you around !!!!!!!!

[@aberdeendeltaforce]

Stallone is the best, not woke, understands what people want to watch and delivers…..that rocky montage to this day is enough to get me off my Arxe and do the dishes or something ❤

[@Christiannotdior]

Sly has always been classy! Can’t beat a bit of Henry too!🎉

[@phil_jc_dev]

Such a legend and still is.

[@jammabubbly522]

1st time I'm seeing this,thank you 👍

[@AndrewThomson-r2v]

What a superb interview by all glad to have came across it, though Sylvesta is not a professional fighter Henry respected him for his knowledge and view.