Paramount Investigates Allegations of Disparaging Language by Sylvester Stallone Towards Background Actors on “Tulsa King” Set
Paramount is currently examining allegations that actor Sylvester Stallone reportedly utilized disparaging language towards some background performers on the set of “Tulsa King,” a Paramount+ streaming production. According to two sources close to the production, Stallone was accused of making derogatory comments regarding the appearance and physical attributes of certain background actors.
Sources claimed that Stallone made remarks such as referring to some performers as “ugly,” a “tub of lard,” and a “fat guy with cane.” However, no formal complaints have been filed against Stallon or the show’s director. Human resources personnel were made aware of the allegations due to social media posts.
Director and executive producer Craig Zisk of “Tulsa King” stated to TMZ that no such insults were hurled during filming. Both Paramount and Stallone’s representatives have been contacted for comment on this matter.
Social media posts about these allegations initially emerged on Facebook groups dedicated to background actor experiences on the set of “Tulsa King.” Widely publicized when purported screenshots were shared on various social media platforms, these posts sparked outrage.
One post stated that a casting agent for background actors resigned from the show following an allegedly toxic environment. The individual behind this statement shared what appeared to be an email from Rose Locke, a casting agent, who wrote, “I resigned because it was a clear toxic environment that I was not comfortable pulling myself or background artists in.”
According to sources close to production on both seasons of “Tulsa King,” tensions arose due to the casting of new background actors for the second season not meeting the director’s expectations, causing friction and eventually resulting in the resignation of a casting agency.
Furthermore, some background actors reportedly requested photos with Stallone on set during production.
The investigation into these allegations is ongoing, with interviews being conducted with cast and crew to ensure a fair and respectful workplace for all involved. Production on Season 2 of “Tulsa King” continues as planned, with cameras having recently begun rolling.
Paramount is committed to maintaining a workplace that fosters fairness and respect for all employees. SAG-AFTRA, which represents background actors, has been reached out to ask if the union is investigating these claims or has been made aware of them.
101 Studios, in partnership with MTV Entertainment Studios (owned by Paramount), produces “Tulsa King.” News Finder has reached out to both 101 Studios and Paramount for comment on the allegations.
