Esther Rolle
| Born | November 8, 1920 |
| Hometown | Pompano Beach, Florida, United States |
| Spouse | Oscar Robinson |
| Parents | Elizabeth Rolle |
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John Amos, prolific actor and Army veteran from Roots, The West Wing, dead at 84
- John Amos, actor, producer, activist, veteran of the 50th Armored Division of the New Jersey National Guard and Honorary Master Chief of the U.S. Coast Guard died at the end of August at the age of 84, although it wasn’t publicly announced until October 1. His death is mired in controversy with family drama, but […]
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| Year | Associations | Category | Work | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 | Emmy (Primetime) | Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Miniseries or a Movie | Summer of My German Soldier (film) | Winner |
| 1975 | Golden Globe | Best Performance by an Actress in a Television Series - Musical or Comedy | Good Times | Nominated |
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- CelebrityThe Bergen Record
John Amos, New Jersey-born star of 'Roots' and 'Good Times,' has died, family announces
John Amos, a towering presence in "Roots" and "Good Times," has died. He was a one-time Hunterdon County resident
- CelebrityVIBE
Emmy-Nominated Actor John Amos Passes Away At?84
The star of 'Good Times' and 'Roots' died in August.
- CelebrityTime
John Amos, Good Times and Roots Star, Dies at 84
The actor John Amos has died at age 84.
- CelebrityThe Daily Beast
‘Good Times’ Star John Amos, Known for Iconic Dad Roles, Dies at 84
Good Times star John Amos, known for his iconic TV and film roles as a strong Black father figure, has died. He was 84.According to Amos’ son, K.C., the actor died of natural causes on Aug. 21 in Los Angeles, reported The Hollywood Reporter.“It is with heartfelt sadness that I share with you that my father has transitioned,” K.C. shared in a statement. “He was a man with the kindest heart and a heart of gold… and he was loved the world over. Many fans consider him their TV father. He lived a goo
- CelebrityWPRI Providence
John Amos, patriarch on ‘Good Times’ and an Emmy nominee for the blockbuster ‘Roots,’ dies at 84
John Amos, who starred as the family patriarch on the hit 1970s sitcom “Good Times" and earned an Emmy nomination for his role in the seminal 1977 miniseries “Roots,” has died. He was 84.
- EntertainmentThe Guardian
John Amos, father in groundbreaking sitcom Good Times, dies at 84
The TV patriarch, who also played the older Kunta Kinte on the mini-series Roots, died on 21 August, according to a statement from his son
- CelebrityWPIX New York City, NY
John Amos, of ‘Good Times’ and ‘Roots,’ dies
"He lived a good life," his son said Tuesday.
- EntertainmentDeadline
John Amos Dies: ‘Good Times’, ‘Roots’ Actor Was 84
John Amos, the actor whose characters in Good Times, Roots and The Mary Tyler Moore Show lent the 1970s a solid share of its too-few portrayals of strong Black male role models, has died in Los Angeles of natural causes. He was 84. His August 21 death, announced by son Kelly Christopher Amos, had not …
- CelebrityThe Hollywood Reporter
John Amos, ‘Good Times’ Dad, Dies at 84
He played Gordy the weatherman on 'The Mary Tyler Moore Show' and earned an Emmy nom for his turn as the older Kunta Kinte on 'Roots.'
