The late Carl Weathers, who passed away on February 2, is set to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on August 29, Variety reports.
Weathers' career spans several decades, culminating in joining the Star Wars galaxy as Greef Karga, in The Mandalorian. Karga became a series regular and appeared in every season of the series. Along with sharing his acting chops, Weathers directed episodes on the show, including "Chapter 12: The Siege" and "Chapter 20: The Foundling". Beyond his on-screen contributions to The Mandalorian, Carl Weathers showed his dedication to the Star Wars community by actively engaging with fans on social media and in person at events like Star Wars Celebration and various conventions. His genuine enthusiasm for the franchise has always shone through, making him adored among fans.
Exclusive to @variety | The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce will posthumously honor Carl Weathers with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on August 29 |
— Variety (@Variety) August 15, 2024
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Weathers' prolific career included big-screen blockbusters such as the Rocky franchise and Predator. After the news of his passing, he was mourned by costars Sylvester Stallone, Arnold Schwarzenneger, and the entire Star Wars community. He received praise for being a brilliant actor, a talented director, and an inspiring human being who took it upon himself to make everyone on set feel welcome. His Mando co-stars, including Pedro Pascal, Giancarlo Esposito, and Emily Swallow, all paid touching tributes to him, and his absence will be felt when The Mandalorian makes its transition to the big screen with The Mandalorian and Grogu.
Weathers had shared his excitement for the movie on his social media account, and much like the Hollywood Walk of Fame, the movie should also pay tribute to Greef Karga, who became one of Din Djarin and Grogu's most reliable friends. Karga went from the head of the Bounty Hunter's Guild to the High Magistrate of Nevarro, and it will be hard for Jon Favreau and Dave Filoni to fill his massive shoes for all upcoming stories set in the Mandalorian era.
The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce will honor Weathers' achievements on August 29.