Carl Weathers, who played Apollo Creed in the Rocky movies, has died.
Carl Weathers is dead. Photo from February 2023. PDO
American actress Carl Weathers has died at the age of 76. Reported about it Deadline.
Weathers died in his sleep on Thursday, February 1, according to a family statement.
– Carl was an exceptional person who lived a wonderful life. He has left an indelible mark with his contribution to the film and television industry, the arts and sports and is remembered worldwide for generations. He was a beloved brother, father, grandfather, husband and friend, the family writes in a statement, according to Deadline.
Weathers is especially remembered for his role as Apollo Creed in the first four Rockyin the movie. Weathers’ co-star had starred as Rocky Balboa Sylvester Stallone.
Rocky appeared in 1976, Rocky rematch in 1979, Eye of the Tiger – Rocky III in 1982 and Rocky IV in 1985.
Sylvester Stallone and Carl Weathers starred in the 1976 blockbuster Rocky. PDO
Weathers was also seen in movies, among other things Predator – a predator, Happy Gilmore – the professional, Death chase and Navarone’s hawks.
In addition, Weathers performed, among other things The Mandalorian– series Greef Kargana. He received an Emmy nomination for his role in 2021. He also directed two episodes of the series.
Weathers’ voice was also heard in the 2019 film Toy Story 4Combat Carlina.
Weathers and Stallone in 2016. PDO
Born in New Orleans in 1948, the actor appeared in more than 75 films and television series in his 50-year career.
Before his acting career, Weathers played American football.
Weathers had two sons with his ex-wife Mary-Ann.