Carl Weathers (born
January 14,
1948) is an
American actor, as well as former professional
football player in the
United States and
Canada. He is well known for playing
Apollo Creed in the
Rocky series of films, as well as his role as Dillon in the first
Predator movie.
Biography
Personal life
Carl Weathers was born in
New Orleans, Louisiana.
[Carl Weathers Biography (1948-)] He graduated from Long Beach Polytechnic High School in 1966 and then went to Long Beach City College and
San Diego State University. Outside of acting, he is a member of both
Big Brothers and the
United States Olympic Committee. In April 2007, he married Jennifer Peterson, a documentary filmmaker.
Football career
Weathers played football both collegiately and professionally as a
linebacker. He started his college career in 1966 at
Long Beach City College. He then transferred and played for
San Diego State University, earning football letters in 1968 and 1969. This led to a brief professional career with the
Oakland Raiders, where he played 7 games in 1970 and one game in 1971. He joined the
BC Lions of the
Canadian Football League in 1971 and played until 1973, 18 games in total. He retired in 1974 and became an actor.
