Keywords: Sly Stallone, The Steps audiobook, Sylvester Stallone memoir, Audible pre-order, audiobook narration, Instagram reel
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Comments Overview
- 54,682 likes on the original post
- 1,788 comments on the original post
- 45 comment(s) sampled for this analysis
- Dominant sentiment: Positive
The comments shown are strongly positive, with fans praising Stallone for narrating the audiobook and saying they have pre-ordered or plan to buy it. Many also describe him as an inspiration and express affection for his work.
Sly Stallone is putting his own voice behind The Steps. In a new Instagram reel, the verified actor says he is reading the audiobook himself because the book is more than a story—it is his life. He also tells followers that the audiobook is available for pre-order on Audible.
Published on August 7, 2026, the post has drawn 54,682 likes, 1,788 comments, and 1,017,123 plays. The response shows that Stallone’s decision to narrate the book has become a major part of fans’ interest in the release.
What the post says about The Steps
The post is marked as a video reel. Its caption directly confirms that Stallone is handling the audiobook narration himself and invites followers to listen to the story in his voice. The caption also describes the book as a reflection of his life and promotes its Audible pre-order.
There are no hashtags or mentions in the caption. The message is simple and personal, focusing on Stallone’s connection to the book and the experience of telling it himself.
What people are saying
Several commenters said Stallone’s narration was the reason they chose the audiobook rather than only reading the book. One fan connected the format with the feeling of hearing an author speak directly to the listener:
I pre-ordered the audiobook because YOU are reading it. Otherwise I would just read the book. I love audiobooks because I feel like the author is talking to me. can’t wait! keep punching! 👊🏼💪🏼🥊drkimhonnick
Others focused on Stallone’s voice and the emotional appeal of hearing his life story from him. One commenter wrote:
Your Voice is so SOOTHING to listen tohappycruisingships
The comments also show interest in owning both versions of the book. One follower said:
Looks like I have to buy hardcover and audio!round14podcast
Fans described the book as a source of inspiration and mentorship, while others sent messages of support from countries including Brazil, Russia, Germany, Poland, Italy, and Venezuela. The international reaction adds to the sense that Stallone’s audience wants to experience the story in a personal way.
One commenter thanked him specifically for taking on the narration:
Thank you so much, Mr. Stallone, for taking the time to narrate the book yourself! It makes such a difference.
Thank you from all your fans in Russia, from the bottom of our hearts.denissemenikhin
A personal invitation from Stallone
Stallone’s reel presents The Steps as both a memoir-like account and an audio experience shaped by his own delivery. With more than one million plays and thousands of comments, the post has given fans a clear reason to consider the audiobook: they will hear Stallone tell the story himself.
The Steps is available now for pre-order on Audible, according to Stallone’s caption.