Many people dream of what it would be like to play sports professionally, while, on the flip side, plenty of superstar athletes yearn to explore life beyond sports.
Historically, the film and television industries have been remarkably accommodating to such interests, graciously affording sports stars with the opportunity to test their mettle in front of the camera—as actors rather than as athletes.
Of course, over the years, plenty of athletes have been more than willing to take Hollywood up on its offers, some with more success than others.
In rare instances, however, some athletes have made the transition to acting appear seamless, inhabiting a specific role as if they were born to do so.
In the 1970s, for example, Carl Weathers forgot all about football in favor of the big screen and, through the legendary part of Apollo Creed, helped make Rocky an unforgettable classic.
Similarly, in the late 1980s, Bob Uecker put his baseball experience to good use in Major League, bringing the uncouth Harry Doyle to life and audiences to their feet.
Finally, and even more recently, NBA star R ...
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Really Enjoyable Athlete Acting Performances
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