NFL star turned actor dies
LOS ANGELES, CA – Carl Weathers, the former professional American footballer turned actor, known for his charismatic role as Apollo Creed in the “Rocky” series, passed away on Thursday, as confirmed by his manager on Friday. The cause of his death remains undisclosed. Weathers was 76. Weathers, while recognized for various roles, including his recent portrayal in the “Star Wars” spinoff series “The Mandalorian” and the 1987 sci-fi horror movie “Predator,” was most celebrated for …