Going The Distance: The Rocky Series Podcast

Robin Schomberg-Nicholls Interview


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Hosts Ruban and Ryan interview Robin Schomberg-Nicholls, daughter of A. Thomas Schomberg, the sculptor of the iconic Rocky statue. Despite a humorous scheduling mix-up, Robin graciously shares her experiences growing up around the statue’s creation, including Sylvester Stallone modeling for her father and undergoing a plaster life mask. She discusses her role in revitalizing the family business, promoting the Rocky statue to new generations through events like Philadelphia Comic-Con, and clarifying details about the three cast statues, including one available for purchase in Colorado. Robin reflects on the statue’s cultural significance, its universal appeal as a symbol of overcoming adversity, and its debated status as art, while also touching on her father’s upcoming 9-11 memorial project. The episode captures the enduring legacy of Rocky and the statue’s role in inspiring fans worldwide.

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Going The Distance: The Rocky Series PodcastBy Ryan Rebalkin