‘Rocky IV’ at 40: Sylvester Stallone says Carl Weathers deserved an Oscar for his death scene

Forty years ago, the Master of Disaster himself, Apollo Creed ( Carl Weathers ), hit the canvas and didn't get up — knocked ...
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'Creed IV' reportedly in development with Michael B. Jordan to direct

Another film in the "Creed" franchise is reportedly in the works — following a successful third installment last year — marking the continued expansion of the "Rocky" cinematic universe. "Creed IV" is ...
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Creed 4’s Michael B. Jordan Gives Disappointing Release Date Update

In a recent discussion, Michael B. Jordan opened up about the possibilities of Creed 4, teasing the project’s release date. While talking with GQ, the seasoned actor admitted that there is room to ...
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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 ...

Sylvester Stallone Considered Backing Off of Rocky IV’s Big Death

Sylvester Stallone almost regrets killing Apollo Creed, all those decades ago.
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Remembering Carl Weathers, who played Apollo Creed in 'Rocky'

CARL WEATHERS: (As Apollo Creed) We don't even have a choice. See; we're born with a killer instinct that you can't just turn off and on like some radio. We have to be right in the middle of the ...
The New York Times

An homage to Apollo Creed and the actor who played him, Carl Weathers

Sadness hits how it hits, when it hits, and there’s no telling why or when things impact you so. Hearing that Carl Weathers, the former Oakland Raiders linebacker turned actor, known best for playing ...
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Carl Weathers, ‘Rocky’s’ Apollo Creed and ‘Mandalorian’ Actor, Dies at 76

Carl Weathers, who starred as Apollo Creed in the first four “Rocky” films opposite Sylvester Stallone, died Thursday, his manager Matt Luber confirmed to Variety. He was 76. Weathers also starred in ...
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Actor Carl Weathers, best known for playing Apollo Creed in ‘Rocky’ movies, has died

Carl Weathers, the actor perhaps best known for his portayal of Apollo Creed in four “Rocky” movies with Sylvester Stallone, has died, according to the Hollywood Reporter. He was 76. Weathers, a ...