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John Amos, ‘Good Times’ and ‘Roots’ Actor, Dead at 84
John Amos, who starred in 'Good Times' and earned an Emmy nod for 'Roots,' died at 84.
His legacy will live on in his outstanding works in television and film as an actor.” Amos played James Evans Sr. on CBS’s Good Times — the groundbreaking TV sitcom produced by Norman Lear focused on a Black family — during the series’ first three seasons. Thank you for your prayers and support at this time.” On TV, Amos also had a recurring role as Admiral Percy on The West Wing and played DC Mayor Ethan Baker in The District. Before becoming an actor, Amos, who was born on Dec. 27, 1939, played football at Colorado State University and had training camps with both the Denver Broncos and Kansas City Chiefs.
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