Losing a child is an unimaginable tragedy, regardless of their age, and Sylvester Stallone knows this pain firsthand. In 2012, Stallone tragically lost his first-born, Sage Stallone, at age 36. Less known is that Sage’s mother, Sasha Czack, had advised against a major dental surgery just weeks before his death.
At first, there were rumors about drug abuse, alcohol, or suicide, but the truth was even more heartbreaking. Before this loss, Stallone had already endured a tough life. Born with a facial injury during delivery, Stallone suffered bullying throughout childhood and grew up in an unstable home, which led to trouble at school. Despite early struggles, Stallone found success through bodybuilding and acting, famously starring in Rocky.
Stallone married photographer Sasha Czack, with whom he had Sage and another son, Seargeoh, before their divorce. Later, he married actress Brigitte Nielsen, and then Jennifer Flavin, with whom he has three daughters.
Sage Stallone, a filmmaker and actor, died suddenly in 2012. Rumors swirled, but his attorney clarified that Sage, who had no history of drug or alcohol abuse, had been in good spirits. It was revealed that Sage died from a heart attack caused by atherosclerosis, likely related to dental surgery he had just undergone. Painkillers were found in his system, but there was no overdose.
Stallone, devastated by the loss, requested privacy and respect for his son’s memory. The tragic death of Sage, who had so much potential, remains a painful chapter in Stallone’s life. However, he finds solace in his other children: Seargeoh, who has autism; and daughters Sophia, Sistine, and Scarlet, who are thriving in their own careers.
A mother’s intuition is powerful, as seen in Sasha’s warning to Sage, but it didn’t prevent this heartache. Despite the tragedy, Stallone continues to find comfort in his family.