Sylvester Stallone tragically lost his first-born son, Sage, in 2012 at age 36. Before his death, Sage underwent dental surgery despite his mother, Sasha Czack, urging him to avoid it. She had warned against multiple procedures, but Sage proceeded with five tooth extractions, which led to painkiller use. Two weeks later, he died from a heart attack caused by atherosclerosis, with traces of pain medication in his system but no overdose.
Stallone, deeply grieving, asked for privacy and respect for Sage’s memory. He reflected on the painful loss, and though he continues to heal, his family—now including three daughters—finds strength in moving forward. The family’s story serves as a reminder of the powerful instincts mothers often have to protect their children.
