Rocky’s life changed forever when Heavyweight Champion Apollo Creed, inspired by the spirit of the American Bicentennial, decided to give a local "nobody" a shot at the title. Rocky was chosen simply because Creed liked his nickname. While everyone else saw a publicity stunt, Rocky saw his one chance to prove he wasn't just another "bum" from the neighborhood. Training for Respect
The story of Rocky Balboa is the ultimate "Cinderella" tale of a man who didn't need to win the fight to win at life. The Long Shot Rocky Balboa
In the gritty neighborhoods of South Philadelphia, Rocky Balboa was a man caught between two worlds. By night, he was a club fighter nicknamed the "Italian Stallion," taking beatings for a few dollars. By day, he worked as an enforcer for a local loan shark named Tony Gazzo, though he lacked the heart to actually hurt the people who owed money. He lived a lonely life in a cramped apartment, finding solace only in his pet turtles and his quiet attraction to Adrian, the shy girl at the local pet store. The Million-to-One Chance Training for Respect The story of Rocky Balboa