Tony Burton, the actor who starred in six of the Rocky movies opposite Sylvester Stallone, has died at the age of 78. The cause of Burton’s death isn’t known.
As well as the Rocky films, Burton also had roles in The A-Team, NYPD Blue, Kojak, The Shining, Stir Crazy and Twin Peaks.
Burton played the role Tony “Duke” Evers, who trained both Rocky and Apollo Creed.
Carl Weathers, who appeared in the first four Rocky films as Apollo Creed, tweeted: “Sad news. RIP Tony Burton. His intensity and talent helped make the Rocky movies successful.”
Rest In Peace Duke.
