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The entertainment world mourns the loss of Carl Weathers, renowned for his iconic role as Apollo Creed in the Rocky series, who passed away on February 1 at the age of 76. Weathers, a former NFL player, left a lasting impression in Hollywood with his remarkable acting talent. His career, which spanned several decades, included memorable roles in films like Predator, Happy Gilmore, and The Mandalorian, among others.
Following the announcement of his passing, an outpouring of tributes from fans and colleagues began.
Arnold Schwarzenegger, Adam Sandler, and Pedro Pascal were among those who honored Weathers, reflecting on his enduring legacy. Schwarzenegger, who co-starred with Weathers in the sci-fi film Predator, posted a heartfelt tribute on Instagram, praising Weathers as a legend, an exceptional athlete, and a great person. He emphasized how integral Weathers was to the making of Predator and the joy he brought both on and off set.
Sylvester Stallone, Weathers’ co-star in the Rocky series, shared an emotional message, expressing how deeply affected he was by Weathers’ passing and acknowledging the pivotal role Weathers played in his life and success.
Adam Sandler, who worked with Weathers in Happy Gilmore, took to social media to commend Weathers as a great man, father, actor, and athlete. He reminisced about the enjoyable times spent with Weathers, highlighting his intelligence, loyalty, and humor.
Pedro Pascal also paid tribute by sharing a photo of Weathers with a simple, yet poignant caption.
Weathers passed away in his sleep at his home in Los Angeles, as confirmed by his manager in a statement released on Friday. His manager, Matt Luber, described Weathers as an exceptional individual who lived an extraordinary life, leaving a significant impact through his contributions to film, television, the arts, and sports. Luber emphasized Weathers’ wide recognition and the love he received as a brother, father, grandfather, partner, and friend.
Carl Weathers is survived by his two sons, leaving behind a legacy cherished by many.
Source:Daily Star