Yo Adrian?

Some viewers of Paramount+’s crime drama are wondering if Stallone’s old Rocky co-star has guested.

Is Karen, who was recently introduced onTulsa King, played by Talia Shire ofRockyfame?

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Does Talia Shire Play Karen in Tulsa King?

Shire played Adrian, the love interest and later wife of Rocky Balboa, arguably Stallones most iconic character.

Adrian Pennino-Balboa appeared in the first five entries of theRockycanon, portrayed by Talia Shire each time.

Joanna Walchuk as Karen Kriscoe in Tulsa King

After all, there does exist a bit of a resemblance between the two.

But the actress behind Karen is actually Joanna Walchuk.

Walchuk is an actor and director who has recently appeared in shows like DCsNaomiand the 2021 filmCrime Story.

Talia Shire in Grace and Frankie

Is There Still Room for Talia Shire in Tulsa King?

It does seem like this, at the very least, exists within the realm of possibility.

Not to mention that her relationship with formerRockyco-star Sylvester Stallone seems to be quite amicable.

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In fact, the pair are good friends.

Stallone celebrated Shires birthday in 2023 with a thoughtfulInstagrampost that called hermy greatest leading Lady ever.

And in 2016, Shire labeled Stallone as"brilliant"following his performance inCreed(viaPage Six).

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