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Carl Weathers (January 14, 1948 – February 2, 2024) was an American actor, director, as well as former professional football player in the United States and Canada. He was best known for playing Apollo Creed in the Rocky series of films. He also played Dillon in the first Predator movie, Chubbs Peterson in Happy Gilmore and Little Nicky, Magistrate Greef Karga in The Mandalorian, and played a fictionalized version of himself in the television series Arrested Development.
Time passed since Wayne's won over Montana. John enjoying a peaceful life with Rose and kids. John grapples with the his injuries, with retirement and the haunting memories of the final match. He attempts to find purpose and meaning beyond boxing, faces unexpected challenges. His health becomes a pressing concern. Additionally, the film explores the impact of fame on his personal life. Parallelly, there's a subplot involving the next gen of boxers, including John's son, Ronnie, who expresses an interest in following in his father's footsteps. John protect his son from danger of ring. He discovers that the boxing world is evolving, with new talents emerging. Amidst these changes, Trevor "Reaper" Norton, Montana's former protegé, seeks revenge against John, blaming him for all. He slanders Jihn, his family and colleagues. He holds protests against them and the entire boxing organization, claiming it was a murder and act of terrorism. Meanwhile, Shestorkin fought Shadow for WBA and won. Norton vandalise and even verbally attacks Rose. sprays their fence red, threatens Wayne with death. Norton won the IBF and is temporarily suspended from further bouts due to his conduct after the bout. Norton challenges Wayne. Wayne accepts, everyone told him dont do it, fears for him, he is going to die in his condition. Scott won WBC, defended IBO with Baer. Fight is coming. Norton is shot dead in his car. There is no evidence. In the last scene, Sully is at home with a gun on the table.
