Quick Facts
Born:
1937-03-23
Birthplace:
Flint, Michigan, USA
Credits:
75 Total Roles
Tony Burton
Acting
The MovieWise Take
Refining cinematic analysis...
Biography
Anthony "Tony" Burton (March 23, 1937 – February 25, 2016) was an American actor and boxer, best known for his role as Tony "Duke" Evers in the Rocky films. He also appeared in The Shining, Assault on Precinct 13, and other films and TV shows.
Known For
The Shining
Durkin
Rocky
Tony "Duke" Evers
Hook
Bill Jukes
Rocky IV
Tony "Duke" Evers
Rocky II
Tony 'Duke' Evers
Rocky III
Tony 'Duke' Evers
Rocky Balboa
Tony 'Duke' Evers
Rocky V
Tony 'Duke' Evers
Full Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 40 Years of Rocky: The Birth of a Classic MOVIE | Self (archive footage) |
| 2011 | The Rocky Saga: Going the Distance MOVIE | Self |
| 2007 | Hack! MOVIE | Sheriff Stoker |
| 2006 | Rocky Balboa MOVIE | Tony 'Duke' Evers |
| 2003 | Exorcism MOVIE | Bishop Harris |
| 2003 | Shade MOVIE | Fedora |
| 2000 | Knockout MOVIE | Sergeant Hawkins |
| 1999 | The Lot TV | Jerome Jeter |
| 1998 | The Magnificent Seven TV | Tennessee Eban |
| 1997 | Flipping MOVIE | Chuckie, 2-2 Card Club Manager |