Donald Trump’s Unusual Feud with Sylvester Stallone Uncovered in Latest Book
In a revealing new book by author Ramin Setoodeh, former US president Donald Trump’s peculiar rivalry with Hollywood star Sylvester Stallone has come to light. Setoodeh’s book, titled “Apprentice in Wonderland: How Donald Trump and Mark Burnett Took America Through the Looking Glass,” was initially released on June 18 and sheds light on Trump’s fixation with outshining Stallone in the realm of reality television.
During interviews with Setoodeh, Trump boasted about being superior to Stallone when it came to being a reality TV star. The rivalry stemmed from Trump hosting Mark Burnett’s show, “The Apprentice,” at the same time Stallone was collaborating with the producer on the boxing reality series, “The Contender.” Trump allegedly expressed jealousy towards Stallone, criticising his TV skills and claiming that he was more adept at captivating audiences.
Even after his presidency, Trump continued to tout his superiority over Stallone in terms of reality TV stardom. Setoodeh highlighted Trump’s obsession, noting that despite holding the highest office in the country, Trump remained fixated on his rivalry with Stallone.
Setoodeh delves further into Trump’s mindset, describing how the former president views the world through the lens of reality television. Trump’s approach to the presidency, according to Setoodeh, mirrors that of a reality TV set where attention, drama, and ratings take precedence.
In a peculiar incident during his presidency, Trump shared an edited image of his face superimposed on Stallone’s body from the movie “Rocky III.” This happened shortly after Trump made comments about displaying his “gorgeous chest” during a medical examination at a rally in Florida.
Setoodeh’s book also touches on Trump’s relationship with comedian Joan Rivers, who won the second season of “Celebrity Apprentice” in 2009. Trump claimed Rivers had voted for him, although Rivers passed away in 2014, years before Trump’s first presidential campaign.
**Insights and Summary:**
The article sheds light on Donald Trump’s fixation with outdoing Sylvester Stallone in the realm of reality TV, showcasing a different side to the former president’s character. This in-depth exploration of Trump’s mindset and actions offers an intriguing look into how he approached his presidency through the lens of a reality TV star seeking attention and ratings. The revelations in Setoodeh’s book provide valuable insight into Trump’s perspective and priorities, even during his time in office.