Movie Talk | Carl Weathers Passing

Carl Weathers, the actor known for roles in Rocky, Predator and The Mandalorian, has died. He was 76.
His family said in a statement Friday, according to Deadline and Variety, that Weathers "died peacefully in his sleep" on Thursday, Feb. 1.
"We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Carl Weathers," said the family, adding, "Carl was an exceptional human being who lived an extraordinary life. Through his contributions to film, television, the arts and sports, he has left an indelible mark and is recognized worldwide and across generations. He was a beloved brother, father, grandfather, partner and friend."
Weathers, a former NFL linebacker, starred as boxer Apollo Creed opposite Sylvester Stallone in the Rocky films, starting with the 1976 original. He costarred with Arnold Schwarzenegger in 1987's Predator, and he most recently starred as Greef Karga on the Star Wars series The Mandalorian, which earned him an Emmy nomination.
The star took the lead in 1988's Action Jackson, and he had memorable comedic roles as well: Playing Chubbs in the 1996 golf comedy Happy Gilmore with Adam Sandler, plus as a version of himself on the series Arrested Development. - VARIETY