In Creed, what is the name of Adonis Creed’s boxing nickname?

In Creed, Adonis Creed’s boxing nickname is “Hollywood.” The nickname reflects the public fascination surrounding him as the son of former heavyweight champion Apollo Creed.

Adonis initially tries to build his career without relying on his father’s name. He competes under the name Donnie Johnson, using his mother’s surname, and travels to Philadelphia to ask Rocky Balboa for training. Once his family connection becomes known, the media and boxing world begin treating him as Apollo’s successor.

The nickname is connected to Adonis’s background and image rather than to a specific fighting style. His story focuses on the conflict between inherited fame and personal identity. Rocky understands that Adonis must decide whether he is fighting to honor Apollo, escape Apollo’s shadow, or become his own boxer.

Creed was released in 2015 and directed by Ryan Coogler. Michael B. Jordan plays Adonis, while Sylvester Stallone returns as Rocky Balboa.