Essence Magazine:
By Shelby Stewart ·Updated February 2, 2024
On Thursday, footballer-turned actor Carl Weathers, passed away. He was 76. Weather’s has played a handful of beloved roles, most popularly known for Apollo Creed in the first four Rocky films.
Born in New Orleans, Weathers has played roles in television and film that span nearly a half-century. Prior to making his debut in Tinseltown, Weathers was a star football player at San Diego State,
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