Hollywood Legend: Sylvester Stallone turns 78years old. Arnold Schwarzenegger speaks on how he inspires him

Sylvester Stallone rung in his 78th birthday on Saturday and received gushing tributes from his former rival Arnold Schwarzenegger as well as his loved ones to celebrate the big day.

The Rocky star – who recently wished his ‘amazing daughter’ Sistine a happy 26th birthday late last month – was called a ‘champion’ by The Terminator actor, 76, in a post uploaded to his main Instagram page.

You are a champion and a legend. You inspire me and billions of people around the world,’ he concluded.

One picture showed the two standing next to each other as they prepared to carve pumpkins that were placed in front of them.