This article explores two seemingly disparate events connected by a single name: Chad Gregory. First, we delve into Gregory's heartwarming efforts to support his community after a devastating fire. Then, we shift gears to discuss the behind-the-scenes changes on the "Tulsa King" set, where Gregory served as Sylvester Stallone's stand-in.
Community Rallies to Aid Fire Victims in Clifton Park
What took place one Tuesday in Clifton Park was a heartwarming helping hand outreach, a display of how a community quickly came together to aid their neighbors in need.
When bright orange flames lit up the dark skyline over Clifton Park one Saturday night at the London Square Apartments, there were no serious injuries. However, 11 apartment units are now uninhabitable, leaving approximately 17 individuals, including children, homeless.
When Chad Gregory heard the news, he and his family and staff at Next Generation Roofing got to work, collecting necessities for the fire victims.
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“It was very important to myself and my wife, Brittany, to hold this,” Gregory said. “One driver was that the children were involved and that it was so close to school, so how do we make sure these kids have backpacks and school supplies and clothes to go back to school after such a tragic event?”
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Once word spread through town, people responded. Cars were lining up from early one Tuesday morning until late afternoon, dropping off food, water, clothing, toiletries, small appliances, toys and school supplies, and much more.
Community members donating supplies after the fire in Clifton Park.
“Am I surprised? Not really,” Gregory confessed. “Am I overwhelmed? Yes!”
Sharon DeLorenzo dropped by late one Tuesday morning, delivering donation items.
“It’s the community I live in,” she said. “When you see families that have these horrible experiences, you want to do something to make it easier for them.”
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DeLorenzo’s generosity also served to prove there is no statute of limitations when it comes to returning kindness.
“Forty years ago, I experienced a fire in my apartment,” DeLorenzo recalled. “I got back to work a couple of days later, and they had collected $500 for me. I know what it feels like. It was just good to be able to pay it back.”
Robert McNamara and his wife have lived at the London Square Apartments for about seven years. They were out of town when the fire broke out.
“I’m amazed,” fire victim Robert McNamara exclaimed, as he stopped to replenish lost items. “I love everybody for doing it."
"Tulsa King" Production Shakeup: Chad Gregory and Freddie Poole Depart
As Tulsa King gears up for its fourth season, major behind-the-scenes changes are shaking up production - starting with Sylvester Stallone’s longtime stunt double.
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Freddie Poole, who’s worked with Stallone for 14 years and earned two Emmy nominations for his work on Tulsa King, was informed that he would not be returning for the upcoming season. Poole told Deadline he was offered a new role as a photo double but declined.
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“I feel really bad for the Atlanta film community with just the way things went down,” Poole said. “I’ve been in this business for 30 years and I’ve been on shows for multiple seasons, and I’ve never seen this kind of turnover.”
Poole isn’t the only crew member affected. In total, 26 members of Tulsa King’s roughly 600-person crew were let go just weeks before cameras were set to roll. The cuts span multiple departments - including sound, camera, stunts, rigging, transportation, production office, and extras casting.
Sylvester Stallone in "Tulsa King".
Crew members reportedly expected to return after the series was renewed for two more seasons in 2024, following Stallone’s new deal with Paramount+.
Chad Gregory, Stallone’s stand-in for the first three seasons, also learned through word of mouth that he wouldn’t be coming back. His former job, which paid $250 a day, has reportedly been reposted for $400.
“Business is business,” Gregory said. “I’m sure there will be some who see this and say I need to stiffen up. That’s fine. But I will say this, unless you are out there getting gut punched, I don’t give a flying rip about your opinion.”
While 101 Studios and Paramount declined to comment, insiders have called the turnover “standard practice” between seasons, emphasizing that all roles are being replaced rather than eliminated. Budget cuts were reportedly not a factor.
The staffing shakeup follows a series of larger moves within the Paramount ecosystem. Earlier this week, Tulsa King creator Taylor Sheridan announced his upcoming five-year deal with NBCUniversal, set to begin in 2029 after his current Paramount deal expires.
“Tulsa King” replaced 26 crew members just days before shooting began on the series. The crew members were asked not to return to set for the fourth season, but most are expected to be replaced. Production is set to start on the crime drama series in a week.
This production shakeup on the Taylor Sheridan series comes just days after the EP accepted a billion dollar deal with NBCUniversal and as Paramount lays off 1,000 staffers.
Per Deadline, who first reported the news, sources noted the crew turnover is “standard practice” and that everyone who was not asked back for Season 4 did not have contracts to stay.
“Tulsa King” Season 4 was set for a shakeup anyway with Terence Winter returning to the show as an executive producer and head writer.
Winter served as an EP and showrunner on the series’ first season but stepped down after that. He later joined the show as a writer and EP for Season 2 but did not return for Season 3.
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