Fans around the world were shocked and devastated to learn that Carl Weathers passed away on February 1. In a statement obtained by Deadline, the late performer’s loved ones told the world that his passing was peaceful.

“We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Carl Weathers,” the statement read. “He died peacefully in his sleep on Thursday, February 1st, 2024. … Carl was an exceptional human being 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.”

Beyond “The Mandalorian,” Weathers was known for his roles in the “Rocky” franchise as Apollo Creed, “Happy Gilmore,” and even a role on the cult comedy “Arrested Development,” where he played an exaggerated (and penny-pinching) version of himself. A “Mandalorian” film was in the works, and as of this writing, it’s unknown whether or not Weathers had signed on to play Greef Karga on the big screen — but sadly, the wildly successful series will have to chart a new path without Weathers and Greef Karga.