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Actor John Amos, Star of 'Good Times' and 'Roots,' Dies at 84 on August 21

Oct 1, 2024, 06:51 PM

John Amos, the acclaimed actor known for his roles in 'Good Times,' 'Roots,' and 'The Mary Tyler Moore Show,' has died at the age of 84. Amos passed away on August 21 in Los Angeles due to natural causes, as confirmed by his representative. His son also confirmed the news. His career spanned over five decades, during which he earned an Emmy nomination for his portrayal of Kunta Kinte in the 1977 miniseries 'Roots.' Amos was also celebrated for his role as James Evans Sr., the patriarch on the 1970s sitcom 'Good Times.' In addition to these iconic roles, he appeared in 'Coming to America,' 'Die Hard 2,' and 'The West Wing.' His contributions to television and film have left a lasting impact on the industry.