Actor Carl Weathers, Who Played Apollo Creed in ‘Rocky’ Films, Dies at age 76

Carl Weathers was a talented American actor, director, and former football linebacker. He is best known for his iconic roles such as Apollo Creed in the first four Rocky movies, Colonel Al Dillon in Predator, and Combat Carl in the Toy Story franchise. Weathers had a long and successful acting career that spanned across different genres, including action films, comedies, and TV dramas. He even received an Emmy nomination for his outstanding work.

Born on January 14, 1948, in New Orleans, LA, Weathers passed away on February 1, 2024, at the age of 76 in Los Angeles, CA. Despite his passing, he will always be remembered for his incredible contributions to the entertainment industry.

Weathers is survived by his son, several other family members, and a vast number of friends who will miss him dearly.

By Anita Johnson-Brown-|The Los Angeles News

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