Tulsa King Replaces 26 Crew Members Including Stallone’s Stunt Double Before Season 4 Filming

Just weeks before filming for Season 4 of "Tulsa King" began, 26 crew members across various departments, including sound, stunts, camera, hair, and extras casting, were informed they would not be returning, despite prior expectations tied to the show's two-year renewal. Among those dismissed was Freddie Poole, Sylvester Stallone's long-time stunt double of 14 years and a two-time Emmy nominee, who was told his role ended for "creative reasons" and was offered a lesser photo-double position, which he declined. Chad Gregory, Stallone's stand-in for previous seasons, also learned he was replaced when his position was reposted at a higher rate. Sources emphasize that this turnover is "standard practice" with no contracts in place and is unrelated to Paramount's recent budget cuts or layoffs, as all roles are being refilled. The shakeup coincides with significant changes in the production, including the return of Terence Winter as executive producer and head writer, as well as Taylor Sheridan's recent move to NBCUniversal after a billion-dollar deal. The dismissals have drawn concern from crew members like Poole, who lamented the impact on the Atlanta film community and described the level of turnover as unprecedented in his three decades in the industry.