Carl Weathersdied Tuesdayat 76, it was announced today.
And as the news spread, reactions began to pour forth from across Hollywood and the sports world.
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Carl Weathers will always be a legend.
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An extraordinary athlete, a fantastic actor, and a great person.
We couldnt have made Predator without him.
Today we mourn the loss of a great hero to the DGA and the entertainment industry.
So much fun to be around always.
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RIP to a legend.
Carl Weathers has passed away at the age of 76.
There is no Rocky without Apollo Creed and we were lucky that Carl brought him to life.
We lost an icon.
Carl Weathers was a phenomenal talent, a true professional, and a dear friend.
All my sympathies and love to his family.
I am grateful for your influence & support of all things good in my life.
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Rest in peace to the truly amazing actor and entertainer, Carl Weathers.
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RIP to the legend Carl Weathers.
This moment, your delivery of it in Rocky inspired me the moment I heard it.
I live my life by it.
Your voice and performance gave me belief.
I love you for that.
May you rest in peace.
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We are saddened to learn of Carl Weathers passing.
Weathers was a dedicated & passionate performer whose career spanned 5 decades.
Our condolences to his family & friends.
RIP.#SagAftraMembersince 1973https://t.co/fhEuhzeSAn
We mourn the loss of our beloved Carl Weathers.
