– Carl Weathers death
– Sylvester Stallone tribute to Apollo Creed actor.
Carl Weathers Dies at 76: Sylvester Stallone’s Tribute to Apollo Creed Actor
American actor Carl Weathers passed away at the age of 76 on Thursday, February 1. Weathers’ family confirmed the news of his death in a statement, revealing that he “died peacefully in his sleep.” This heartbreaking news has left fans of the Rocky franchise devastated, as Weathers was most famous for his portrayal of Apollo Creed.
Sylvester Stallone’s Emotional Tribute to Rocky Co-Star Carl Weathers
Sylvester Stallone, who played the iconic character of Rocky Balboa, took to social media to express his grief over Weathers’ passing. In a heartfelt video shared on Instagram on Friday, Stallone said, “Today is an incredibly sad day for me. I’m so torn up I can’t even tell you.” He continued, “I’m just trying to hold it in because Carl Weathers was such an integral part of my life, my success, everything about it.”
The Rambo star went on to give Weathers credit for his contributions to their shared success, saying, “I give him incredible credit and kudos because when he walked into that room, and I saw him for the first time, I saw greatness, but I didn’t realize how great. I never could have accomplished what we did with Rocky without him.”
“He was absolutely brilliant. His voice, his size, his power, his athletic ability, but more importantly, his heart and his soul. It’s a horrible loss,” Stallone expressed. Reflecting on their last moment together, Stallone added, “It was probably the last moment we were ever in the ring together, and I’ll never forget it. He was magic, and I was so fortunate to be part of his life. So, Apollo, keep punching.”
Michael B. Jordan, Adam Sandler Pay Tributes to Carl Weathers
Alongside Stallone, other A-listers who were touched by Weathers at some point in their lives poured out tributes for him. Michael B. Jordan, who plays the role of Adonis Creed, the son of Apollo Creed in the latest films of the Rocky franchise, took to social media to express his sorrow. “We lost a legend today,” Jordan wrote on his Instagram stories.
Adam Sandler, who starred alongside Weathers in Happy Gilmore, also paid tribute to the late actor. Sandler wrote, “A true great man. Great dad. Great actor. Great athlete. So much fun to be around always. Smart as hell. Loyal as hell. Funny as hell. Loved his sons more than anything. What a guy! Everyone loved him. My wife and I had the best times with him every time we saw him. Love to his entire family, and Carl will always be known as a true legend.”
Carl Weathers’ contribution to the world of cinema, particularly through his portrayal of Apollo Creed in the Rocky franchise, will always be remembered. He leaves behind a legacy of talent, dedication, and unforgettable performances. Our thoughts and condolences go out to his family and loved ones during this difficult time.
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Carl Weathers dies at 76: Sylvester Stallone pays tribute to Apollo Creed actor
Hollywood tribute Apollo Creed actor Sylvester Stallone
Carl Weathers dies: Sylvester Stallone remembers Apollo Creed actor.
