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Apollo Creed Enters the Ring with New Hiya Toys Rocky 1/12 Figure

Apollo Creed, portrayed with charismatic flair by Carl Weathers, arrived on the screen with the 1976 film Rocky. As the undisputed heavyweight champion, Creed stole the spotlight, even if he was going ...
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Carl Weathers Made Us Cheer for Apollo Creed in 'Rocky'

As Hollywood mourns the untimely passing of acting icon Carl Weathers, many will no doubt fondly remember his breakout performance as Apollo Creed in the Rocky franchise. The versatile star of ...
Rolling Stone

Carl Weathers, Actor Who Starred as Apollo Creed in ‘Rocky’ Series, Dead at 76

Carl Weathers, the actor who starred as boxer Apollo Creed in the Rocky series in addition to memorable roles in Predator, Happy Gilmore, and The Mandalorian, died at the age of 76. Weathers’ family ...
The Washington Post

Carl Weathers, ‘Rocky’ nemesis who became action star, dies at 76

correctionA previous version of this article stated an incorrect date for Carl Weathers's death. He died Feb. 1. This article has been updated. Carl Weathers, a former NFL linebacker turned ...