Carl Weathers' Passing Stirs Emotional Reaction From Pro Wrestling World

Tributes For Carl Weathers

Carl Weathers died on Thursday at the age of 76. His family said in a statement that he “died peacefully in his sleep.” We do not know the cause of death yet, but the world is mourning this great loss.

Xavier Woods from WWE honored the late Carl Weathers, who recently passed away. Weathers' portrayal of Apollo Creed in the Rocky franchise served as the inspiration for Woods' TNA persona, Consequences Creed.

"Today one of my biggest inspirations died. Carl Weathers brought Apollo Creed to life and in doing so he inspired me to become something that helped me achieve my wildest dreams. You really never know what you just doing what you love does to inspire others. #Rip Carl Weathers"

Jesse Ventura shared the screen with Carl Weathers. He posted a photo of them together on the set of Predator, along with a touching tribute.

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 loved working with him on Predator and then celebrating that film with him at various conventions in the ensuing years. Thank you, Carl.

Sean Waltman also paid his respects to the great man that the world lost on Friday. While posting an animate gif of Weathers playing Chubbs Peterson from Happy Gilmore, in the scene where he's showing Happy that he got both hands back after his death, X-Pac wrote: "Thank you for everything."

Carl Weathers was a great actor, and he kicked down barriers for others with his fantastic career in entertainment. He may be gone, but he will never be forgotten.

Our thoughts are with Carl Weathers' family, friends, and fans at this time as they cope with losing such a talented man. RIP.