John Amos has died: the actor from «Good Times» passed away in Los Angeles
2 october 2024 в 20:37
John Amos passed away on August 21 in Los Angeles from natural causes, his representative confirmed on Tuesday. He was 84 years old.
«With a career spanning over fifty years, Amos leaves behind a legacy of groundbreaking work in both television and film, as well as a commitment to positive representation of African Americans in the media», - the statement read.
The late actor is best known for his role as James Evans Sr. in the series «Good Times», - where he portrayed a hardworking father striving to provide for his family in a challenging environment. The emphasis on education and family values of his character left a lasting impact on viewers.
According to various sources, Amos' net worth ranged from $ 300,000 to 3 million dollars. The American actor and former football player had an extensive career but faced financial difficulties, including real estate problems.
In 1990, Amos purchased a home in Lebanon, New Jersey for $ 337,000. In December 2016, he listed the property for sale for $ 439,000. Unfortunately, he was unable to find a buyer, and two years later the house went into bank ownership. In April 2021, either Amos himself or his bank sold the property for $ 288,000.
Amos was married twice and had three children. Their daughter Shannon was born in New Jersey in 1966 to Amos and his wife Noel J. Mickelson. Their second child, Kelly Christopher «K.C»., was born in 1970.
After divorcing Mickelson in 1975, Amos married actress Lillian Lehman in 1978, but they divorced the following year.
In June 2023, John’s daughter organized a GoFundMe fundraiser to raise $ 500,000 for his support. She claimed that John had become a victim of elder abuse and financial fraud. However, John denied Shannon’s claims and questioned who created the GoFundMe and why.
Amos is perhaps best known for his role in the CBS sitcom «Good Times». He appeared in 61 episodes of the show from 1974 to 1976. He is also known for his Emmy-nominated performance in the 1977 miniseries «Roots». Among his other television works are «The West Wing», - «The Mary Tyler Moore Show», - and «The District». Additionally, Amos performed on Broadway and appeared in various films, including «Coming to America», - «Coming to America 2», - and «Die Hard 2».
His last acting appearance was in the 2023 British film «The Last Shooter»
«With a career spanning over fifty years, Amos leaves behind a legacy of groundbreaking work in both television and film, as well as a commitment to positive representation of African Americans in the media», - the statement read.
The late actor is best known for his role as James Evans Sr. in the series «Good Times», - where he portrayed a hardworking father striving to provide for his family in a challenging environment. The emphasis on education and family values of his character left a lasting impact on viewers.
According to various sources, Amos' net worth ranged from $ 300,000 to 3 million dollars. The American actor and former football player had an extensive career but faced financial difficulties, including real estate problems.
In 1990, Amos purchased a home in Lebanon, New Jersey for $ 337,000. In December 2016, he listed the property for sale for $ 439,000. Unfortunately, he was unable to find a buyer, and two years later the house went into bank ownership. In April 2021, either Amos himself or his bank sold the property for $ 288,000.
Amos was married twice and had three children. Their daughter Shannon was born in New Jersey in 1966 to Amos and his wife Noel J. Mickelson. Their second child, Kelly Christopher «K.C»., was born in 1970.
After divorcing Mickelson in 1975, Amos married actress Lillian Lehman in 1978, but they divorced the following year.
In June 2023, John’s daughter organized a GoFundMe fundraiser to raise $ 500,000 for his support. She claimed that John had become a victim of elder abuse and financial fraud. However, John denied Shannon’s claims and questioned who created the GoFundMe and why.
Amos is perhaps best known for his role in the CBS sitcom «Good Times». He appeared in 61 episodes of the show from 1974 to 1976. He is also known for his Emmy-nominated performance in the 1977 miniseries «Roots». Among his other television works are «The West Wing», - «The Mary Tyler Moore Show», - and «The District». Additionally, Amos performed on Broadway and appeared in various films, including «Coming to America», - «Coming to America 2», - and «Die Hard 2».
His last acting appearance was in the 2023 British film «The Last Shooter»
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