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PrettyinPink55 · 11-24-2005, 05:26 PM

Ventimiglia in ring for new 'Rocky'
Wednesday November 23 3:54 PM ET

Rocky Balboa has a new bambino.

Milo Ventimiglia, best known for playing Jess on the WB Network drama "Gilmore Girls," has signed on to star as Sylvester Stallone's adult son in "Rocky Balboa," the sixth installment of the feature franchise about the mythic Philadelphia boxer.

In the latest version, Rocky has long since retired but is drawn back to the ring one last time. He is challenged by a powerful new champion, by personal tragedy and ultimately by himself.

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Rocky's son, Rocky Balboa Jr., was introduced into the franchise in 1979's "Rocky II," when his birth was a pivotal moment in the film. The role most recently was filled by Stallone's real-life son, Sage Stallone, in 1990's "Rocky V."

Shooting is slated to begin next month in Los Angeles and Philadelphia. Columbia Pictures will distribute.

Ventimiglia also stars in the WB midseason replacement "The Bedford Diaries" and alongside Sophia Bush in the upcoming thriller "Stay Alive."

Reuters/Hollywood Reporter

Superstar · 11-25-2005, 03:39 PM

Wow.

Congrats to him

PrettyinPink55 · 11-25-2005, 07:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Superstar

Wow.

Congrats to him

Yeah, that's big!

MsOrange · 11-29-2005, 12:40 AM

awesome! i hope this puts his name out there as more than just "Jess"

PrettyinPink55 · 11-29-2005, 01:04 AM

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Originally Posted by MsOrange

awesome! i hope this puts his name out there as more than just "Jess"

I agree...he's a great actor! I hope he gets more recognized for his work!

11-24-2005, 05:26 PM	#1
PrettyinPink55 Member Forum Celebrity Join Date: Feb 11, 2005 Location: Texas Posts: 24,601	Ventimiglia in ring for new 'Rocky' Ventimiglia in ring for new 'Rocky' Wednesday November 23 3:54 PM ET Rocky Balboa has a new bambino. Milo Ventimiglia, best known for playing Jess on the WB Network drama "Gilmore Girls," has signed on to star as Sylvester Stallone's adult son in "Rocky Balboa," the sixth installment of the feature franchise about the mythic Philadelphia boxer. In the latest version, Rocky has long since retired but is drawn back to the ring one last time. He is challenged by a powerful new champion, by personal tragedy and ultimately by himself. ADVERTISEMENT Rocky's son, Rocky Balboa Jr., was introduced into the franchise in 1979's "Rocky II," when his birth was a pivotal moment in the film. The role most recently was filled by Stallone's real-life son, Sage Stallone, in 1990's "Rocky V." Shooting is slated to begin next month in Los Angeles and Philadelphia. Columbia Pictures will distribute. Ventimiglia also stars in the WB midseason replacement "The Bedford Diaries" and alongside Sophia Bush in the upcoming thriller "Stay Alive." Reuters/Hollywood Reporter
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11-25-2005, 03:39 PM	#2
Superstar Member Forum Icon Join Date: Dec 08, 2003 Posts: 63,316	Wow. Congrats to him

11-29-2005, 12:40 AM	#4
MsOrange Bringin' Sexy Back Forum Veteran Join Date: Dec 27, 2004 Posts: 6,133	awesome! i hope this puts his name out there as more than just "Jess"