Carl Weathers, known for his role as Apollo Creed in the Rocky saga, has passed away at the age of 76. He was born in 1948 in New Orleans and went on to attend San Diego State University, where he played football before transitioning to a career in acting. Weathers began his acting career with roles in TV series such as Kung Fu, S.W.A.T., The Six Million Dollar Man, and Cannon, before making his move to the big screen in action films. His breakthrough came when he was cast as Apollo Creed in Rocky, a role that he reprised in three sequels.
This iconic character’s legacy continues with Michael B. Jordan portraying Apollo’s son in the Creed film series. Weathers also had a role in the Star Wars franchise through the Disney+ series The Mandalorian. Throughout his 50-year career, he appeared in over 75 films and TV series. Weathers fondly recalled his audition for Rocky, where he initially doubted his performance but ultimately impressed Sylvester Stallone, securing the role of Apollo Creed.
Carl Weathers will be remembered for his contributions to film and television, leaving behind a lasting impact on popular culture.