Atlanta, Georgia – Sylvester Stallone, known for his iconic roles in Hollywood, is facing accusations of fostering a toxic environment on the set of the Paramount+ drama series “Tulsa King” in Atlanta. The allegations include making disparaging comments about background actors, with Rose Locke, a casting director on the series, reportedly quitting as a result of the situation.
“Tulsa King,” created by “Yellowstone” showrunner Taylor Sheridan, is currently filming its second season in Atlanta after premiering its first season in Oklahoma. Paramount+ is said to be aware of the allegations made against Stallone, which gained attention on social media following a post by TV writer Julie Benson.
Benson shared screenshots of a Facebook post alleging that Stallone made derogatory comments towards background actors during a scene. The post also mentioned Locke’s resignation from the show and called for solidarity among background actors to address the disrespectful behavior.
In response to the allegations, Locke wrote an email expressing her discomfort with the toxic environment on set and apologizing for her resignation. She encouraged others to come forward with any information they may have, indicating that she would report it to HR for further investigation.
The Facebook page for Rose Locke Casting redirected visitors to CL Casting, an Atlanta-based background casting company, which announced its decision to part ways with “Tulsa King” in light of the situation. The company expressed gratitude towards background artists for their support and well wishes for the future of the show.
Despite Stallone’s notable career in the entertainment industry, these allegations have sparked a conversation about professionalism and respect on set, shedding light on the importance of creating a positive work environment for all cast and crew members. The response to these claims may have lasting implications for the production industry and the treatment of background actors in particular.