Because very, very little of his work is on films of the artistic caliber that the Academy would consider worthy of an Oscar. The one exception was "Rocky", for which he was, in fact, nominated for two Oscars (best actor and best screenplay). read more
Not even the likes of Leonardo DiCaprio could do enough for an Academy Award. Sylvester won a nomination for his superb role in Rocky, but that was not enough. Even Will Smith has not won an Oscar after so many good roles in Pursuit of Happiness, I am Legend,etc. Because the ones who win the Oscars are far better. read more
Should Sylvester Stallone walk away with an Oscar on Sunday, it will be the culmination of a long journey. His only other nomination was for playing the same character in 1976, but here are seven other times where he should won an Academy Award. read more