Carl Weathers 10 Interesting facts (Dead At 76)

These facts highlight the diverse and accomplished career of Carl Weathers, showcasing his journey from professional sports to becoming a prominent figure in the world of acting.

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Early Life and Birth:Carl Weathers was born on January 14, 1948, in New Orleans, Louisiana, USA.

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Education:He attended Long Beach Polytechnic High School in California and later went on to study at San Diego State University, where he played football.

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Football Career:Weathers initially gained recognition as a professional football player. He played as a linebacker in the National Football League (NFL) for the Oakland Raiders from 1970 to 1971 and then for the BC Lions in the Canadian Football League (CFL) in 1971.

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Transition to Acting:After his football career, Weathers transitioned to acting. He studied drama at the prestigious Actors Studio in New York.

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Breakthrough Role:Carl Weathers gained widespread fame for his role as Apollo Creed in the iconic "Rocky" film series, starting with "Rocky" in 1976. He reprised his role in several sequels.

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Action Star:Weathers became known for his roles in action films during the 1980s, starring in movies like "Predator" (1987) alongside Arnold Schwarzenegger.

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Television Career:He has had a successful career on television, appearing in shows like "In the Heat of the Night," "Tour of Duty," and "Chicago Justice."

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Voice Acting:Carl Weathers has lent his voice to various animated projects. Notably, he voiced the character of Greef Karga in the popular Disney+ series "The Mandalorian."

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Directorial Debut:In addition to acting, Weathers tried his hand at directing. He directed an episode of the hit TV series "Sheena" in 2001.

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