John Amos, an actor best known for his roles in \u201cRoots\u201d, \u201cGood Times\u201d, and \u201cComing To America\u201d passed away back in August.<\/p>\n
He died at age 84 from natural causes in Los Angeles on August 21, according to a statement obtained by NBC News from the actor\u2019s publicist.<\/p>\n
\u201cWith a career spanning over five decades, Amos leaves behind a legacy of groundbreaking work on both television and film, and a dedication to positive African American representation in media,\u201d the statement said.<\/p>\n
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His son Kelly Christopher Amos referred to his dad as \u201cmy best friend, and my hero.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cIt is with heartfelt sadness that I share with you that my father has transitioned,\u201d his son continued.<\/p>\n
\u201cHe was a man with the kindest heart and a heart of gold \u2026 and he was loved the world over. Many fans consider him their TV father. He lived a good life. His legacy will live on in his outstanding works in television and film as an actor.\u201d<\/p>\n
John Amos was a versatile American actor, best known for his work in television, film, and theater. Born on December 27, 1939, in Newark, New Jersey, Amos had a long and distinguished career that spans over five decades. His early life was marked by athletic ambition, as he attended Colorado State University on a football scholarship and later played briefly in professional football leagues, including the American Football League (AFL). However, after his athletic career ended, Amos shifted his focus to acting.<\/p>\n
Amos first gained recognition for his role as James Evans, the intense but loving father on the groundbreaking 1970s sitcom Good Times. As one of the few African American father figures on television at the time, his portrayal of a strong, hardworking family man resonated with audiences and made him a household name. Despite his success on Good Times, Amos had creative disagreements with the show\u2019s producers over the direction of his character and the show\u2019s focus on comedy rather than addressing serious social issues. This ultimately led to his departure from the show after the third season.<\/p>\n
In addition to Good Times, Amos is known for his role as Gordy Howard, the weatherman on The Mary Tyler Moore Show, and for his Emmy-nominated performance as the adult Kunta Kinte in the critically acclaimed miniseries Roots (1977). His portrayal of Kunta Kinte, an African man sold into slavery in America, was powerful and emotionally charged.<\/p>\n
Beyond television, Amos has appeared in numerous films, including Coming to America (1988), where he played Cleo McDowell, the fast-food restaurant owner, and its 2021 sequel, Coming 2 America. He also has an extensive theater background, having appeared in productions on Broadway and in regional theaters.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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