Actor Tony Burton has passed away at the age of 78. Tony is probably best known to action movie fans for starring as Tony “Duke” Evers in the Rocky movie franchise.
Rocky movie co-star Carl Weathers expressed his condolences via Twitter:
@E_Woodyard @TheSlyStallone Sad news. RIP Tony Burton. His intensity and talent helped make the Rocky movies successful. #BePeace
— Carl Weathers (@TheCarlWeathers) February 26, 2016
MGM also Tweeted theirs:
Rest in Peace, Tony https://t.co/l9pzR65eCc
— MGM Studios (@MGM_Studios) February 26, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family of Tony Burton.
