# Mr. T Names The Six Actors He Hated The Most
Mr. T, known for his iconic phrase “I pity the fool,” was a formidable presence in Hollywood, often clashing with major stars due to his unyielding personality. From explosive set disputes on *The A-Team* to intense rivalries in films like *Rocky III*, Mr. T’s conflicts shaped his reputation as one of Hollywood’s most feared personalities. Here are the six actors he reportedly had the most tension with.
**1. George Peppard**
– On the set of *The A-Team* (1983), Peppard, a seasoned actor with credits like *Breakfast at Tiffany’s*, expected to be the star as Colonel Hannibal Smith. However, Mr. T’s character, B.A. Baracus, became the fan favorite, sparking jealousy.
Peppard’s snide remarks about Mr. T’s acting and a salary disparity—where Mr. T earned more—fueled animosity. A public confrontation saw Mr. T reading Peppard’s critical magazine quotes aloud outside his trailer, humiliating the veteran actor. They barely spoke off-camera afterward.
**2. Sylvester Stallone**
– Before *Rocky III* (1982), Mr. T, then a bodyguard, blocked Stallone from meeting boxer Leon Spinks, unaware of his fame. Years later, Stallone cast him as Clubber Lang, valuing his intimidating aura.
However, Mr. T’s lack of formal training clashed with Stallone’s precise choreography, leading to tense debates over fight scenes. Media attention also shifted to Mr. T, frustrating Stallone, who felt sidelined in his own franchise despite the film’s success.
**3. Melinda Culea**
– As Amy Allen on *The A-Team*, Culea pushed for stronger female roles, often delaying production with script discussions. Mr. T, focused on efficiency, saw her efforts as unnecessary complaining, especially given the show’s success. Their differing approaches led to a tense confrontation where Mr. T indirectly criticized her gratitude, straining their working relationship.
**4. Carl Weathers**
– In *Rocky III*, Weathers, who played Apollo Creed, brought boxing expertise and clashed with Mr. T over fight choreography. Weathers wanted technical precision, while Mr. T emphasized raw aggression for Clubber Lang. Mr. T felt insulted by suggestions to refine his skills, viewing it as undermining his authenticity, creating unresolved friction.
**5. Dirk Benedict**
– Another *A-Team* co-star, Benedict, known for *Battlestar Galactica*, initially mediated set tensions. However, disagreements arose when Mr. T suggested cutting Benedict’s character-driven scenes for more action. Benedict, hurt by implications of selfishness, withdrew from mediating, focusing solely on his performance, which escalated cast tensions..
**6. James Caan**
– In a mid-1980s TV movie, Caan’s method acting and intense preparation contrasted sharply with Mr. T’s instinctive style. Caan criticized Mr. T’s lack of formal approach as unprofessional, while Mr. T found Caan’s methods artificial, leading to a cold, professional-only dynamic during filming.
Mr. T’s refusal to back down, whether facing veterans or creative differences, defined his Hollywood journey. Was he right to stand his ground, or should he have compromised? His conflicts reveal a man prioritizing authenticity over diplomacy in an often cutthroat industry.