The famous actor breathed his last at the age of 76 Carl Weathersknown for his roles in RockyPredator and The Mandalorian.

His family said in a statement Friday that Weathers “passed away peacefully in his sleep” on Thursday, February 1.

“We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Carl Weathers,” the family said, adding: “Carl was an extraordinary man who lived an extraordinary life. Through his contributions to film, television, the arts and sports, he has left an indelible mark and is recognized worldwide and across generations. He was a beloved brother, father, grandfather, partner and friend.”.

Watch the scene where he faces Rocky Balboa in the ring, which made history in world cinema:

Weathers, a former NFL linebacker, starred as boxer Apollo Creed alongside Sylvester Stallone in the Rocky movies, starting with the 1976 original. He co-starred with Arnold Schwarzenegger in Predator in 1987 and recently starred as Greef Karga in the Star Wars series The Mandalorian.