How Carl Weathers Got His Rocky Role by Insulting ... He was a great actor, a terrific athlete, and a good friend. I cherish many special memories of Carl, both professionally and personally.

Carl Weathers will always be a legend,'' Schwarzenegger wrote on Instagram. ''An extraordinary athlete, a fantastic actor and a great person. We couldn't have made ‘Predator' without him.

Before Carl Weathers died in his sleep in 2024, the director, actor and producer had a notable career that spanned over 50 years. He was one of many athletes to make the transition into acting but ...

Weathers auditioned for "Rocky" as a relatively unknown actor, bringing to the table a year of acting experience and a professional American football background. During his audition, he notably ...