John Amos
| Born | December 27, 1939 |
| Hometown | Newark, New Jersey, United States |
| Net worth | $300 thousand |
| Height | 6'0" (1.83m) |
| Spouse | Lillian Lehman, Noel J. Mickelson |
| Children | K.C. Amos, Shannon Amos |
| Parents | Annabelle P. Amos, John Amos Sr. |
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John Amos Wanted Announcement Of Death Delayed To Avoid 'Circus'
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- EntertainmentThe Telegraph
John Amos, groundbreaking actor in the 1970s sitcom Good Times and slavery drama Roots
John Amos, who has died aged 84, was a versatile stage and screen actor revered for his roles in two major US TV hits: James Evans, the proud yet put-upon father in the groundbreaking sitcom Good Times (1974-79), and the adult incarnation of Kunta Kinte, the enslaved hero in the 1977 adaptation of Alex Haley’s novel Roots.
- CelebrityTheBlast
John Amos' Daughter Says He 'Spoke' To Her In Her Dreams 'Just Before' His Passing
John Amos' daughter is once again sharing her thoughts on her father's unexpected passing, emphasizing the emotional turmoil she experienced.
- CelebrityEntertainment Weekly
Arsenio Hall honors late “Coming to America” costars James Earl Jones and John Amos: 'Ain't we lucky we had 'em'
In an emotional tribute, Hall wrote, "As a Black man in show business, I am better than blessed to have had them pave a way for me."
- EntertainmentPeople
Arsenio Hall Writes Moving Tribute to His Late “Coming to America” Costars James Earl Jones and John Amos
Hall said he never heard anyone call Jones "an a------"
- CelebrityHuffPost
John Amos' Cause Of Death Revealed Amid Public Clashes Between His Children
The "Good Times" star died earlier this summer, but the news was only announced Tuesday, exacerbating a bitter feud between his adult children.
- CelebrityPeople
Why Was John Amos Fired from “Good Times?” The Late Actor Spoke About His Shocking Exit in a 2020 Interview
John Amos played tough but loving patriarch James Evans Sr. on the CBS hit show
- CelebrityThe Hollywood Reporter
John Amos’ Cause of Death Revealed as Feud Between ‘Good Times’ Star’s Children Continues
The actor died August of congestive heart failure, his death certificate reportedly revealed this week.
- CelebrityComplex
John Amos Reportedly Requested Delay in Death Announcement to Avoid 'Circus'
The actor died in August, although the family wasn't notified until October when the news was made public in the media.
- CelebrityVIBE
John Amos’ Publicist Explains Why Actor Wanted A Delayed Death Announcement To Family Members As His Final?Wish
Amos' daughter, Shannon, recently spoke out about learning about her father's death on social media.
- CelebrityRevolt
The delayed announcement of John Amos’ passing was the actor’s choice, says publicist
As REVOLT previously reported, Shannon Amos, the daughter of John Amos, revealed that she'd learned about her father's death "through the media" like everyone else. Other family members, led by John's goddaughter Amy Goudy, also shared a joint statement accusing the late actor's son, K.C. Amos, Eugene Brummet, and Belinder Foster of isolation and elder abuse. "While we mourn the loss of our beloved father, we are also saddened and outraged by K.C. Amos' actions," the message read.
