John Amos has passed away: family drama before death, accusations of elder abuse, 84-year-old actor from «Good Times» and «Roots»
3 october 2024 в 00:37
The late John Amos, known for his television roles in shows like «Good Times», - «Roots», - and others, admitted to dealing with family drama in the years leading up to his death. The 84-year-old actor found himself in a legal situation when his daughter, Shannon Amos, filed a complaint, claiming that her father had become a victim of elder abuse and financial exploitation. Shannon accused her brother, Kelly Christopher K.S. Amos, of neglecting John, but both father and son denied that anything was amiss. John shared his two children with his ex-wife Noel Mickelson.
When news of John’s death became known in October 2024, Shannon wrote a touching post on Instagram. In her lengthy text, Shannon claimed that she and other relatives learned of her father’s death «through the media».
«I have no words», - Shannon began her text. «Our family received the heartbreaking news that my father, John Allen Amos Jr., passed away on August 21. We are devastated and left with many questions about how this happened 45 days ago, learning about it through the media, like many of you».
The television producer and writer added that she and her family are «struggling with a wave of emotions and uncertainties surrounding [her father’s death]». However, Shannon also noted that there is «some peace in knowing that [her] father is finally free».
Learn more about the family drama between John Amos and his daughter below.
John passed away on August 21, 2024, but his son K.S. did not disclose this news until October 1, 2024.
According to his statement to PEOPLE, K.S. noted that John died of natural causes.
«It is with deep sadness that I inform you that my father has passed away», - K.S. said in his statement. «He was a man with the kindest heart and a heart of gold… and he was loved by everyone. Many fans consider him their television father. He lived a good life. His legacy will live on in his outstanding work in television and film as an actor».
K.S. continued in his statement: «My father loved working as an actor throughout his life. Recently, he appeared in the series Suits LA, playing himself, and in our documentary film about his life as an actor, 'Father of America.' He was my father, my best friend, and my hero. Thank you for your prayers and support at this time».
In 2023, Shannon filed a complaint claiming that John had become a victim of «elder abuse, neglect, and financial exploitation». In response, John accused his daughter of elder abuse. Shannon also started a GoFundMe campaign to raise $ 500,000 for her father.
«She would be the prime suspect — if you will», - the actor from «The Mary Tyler Moore Show» said in a video from a hospital bed, making a phone call, according to PEOPLE. «I don’t know if it’s the right term to use or not. But she would be the one I would attribute my elder abuse to. It’s definitely a case of elder abuse».
Despite his daughter’s accusations, John told PEOPLE that he was «not in ICU» at the time «and never fought for his life».
«To all my fans, I want to say that I am fine», - he said, referring to the publication. «First of all, I want the GoFundMe campaign about me to stop immediately, and the funds to be returned to those who made donations. My son and I will disclose more information at the appropriate time».
John continued, stating that he was «not in the hospital because of something that happened recently, except that about a month ago [he] was hospitalized» after problems with water retention «and a few other issues — all of which were resolved or at least addressed»
When news of John’s death became known in October 2024, Shannon wrote a touching post on Instagram. In her lengthy text, Shannon claimed that she and other relatives learned of her father’s death «through the media».
«I have no words», - Shannon began her text. «Our family received the heartbreaking news that my father, John Allen Amos Jr., passed away on August 21. We are devastated and left with many questions about how this happened 45 days ago, learning about it through the media, like many of you».
The television producer and writer added that she and her family are «struggling with a wave of emotions and uncertainties surrounding [her father’s death]». However, Shannon also noted that there is «some peace in knowing that [her] father is finally free».
Learn more about the family drama between John Amos and his daughter below.
John passed away on August 21, 2024, but his son K.S. did not disclose this news until October 1, 2024.
According to his statement to PEOPLE, K.S. noted that John died of natural causes.
«It is with deep sadness that I inform you that my father has passed away», - K.S. said in his statement. «He was a man with the kindest heart and a heart of gold… and he was loved by everyone. Many fans consider him their television father. He lived a good life. His legacy will live on in his outstanding work in television and film as an actor».
K.S. continued in his statement: «My father loved working as an actor throughout his life. Recently, he appeared in the series Suits LA, playing himself, and in our documentary film about his life as an actor, 'Father of America.' He was my father, my best friend, and my hero. Thank you for your prayers and support at this time».
In 2023, Shannon filed a complaint claiming that John had become a victim of «elder abuse, neglect, and financial exploitation». In response, John accused his daughter of elder abuse. Shannon also started a GoFundMe campaign to raise $ 500,000 for her father.
«She would be the prime suspect — if you will», - the actor from «The Mary Tyler Moore Show» said in a video from a hospital bed, making a phone call, according to PEOPLE. «I don’t know if it’s the right term to use or not. But she would be the one I would attribute my elder abuse to. It’s definitely a case of elder abuse».
Despite his daughter’s accusations, John told PEOPLE that he was «not in ICU» at the time «and never fought for his life».
«To all my fans, I want to say that I am fine», - he said, referring to the publication. «First of all, I want the GoFundMe campaign about me to stop immediately, and the funds to be returned to those who made donations. My son and I will disclose more information at the appropriate time».
John continued, stating that he was «not in the hospital because of something that happened recently, except that about a month ago [he] was hospitalized» after problems with water retention «and a few other issues — all of which were resolved or at least addressed»
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