John Amos has passed away: everything about his children, Shannon and K.S., in the film and show business industry
3 october 2024 в 02:37
John Amos passed away on August 21 in Los Angeles from natural causes, as confirmed by his representative on Tuesday. He was 84 years old.
«With a career spanning over five decades, 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. In real life, Amos was a father to two children, Shannon and K.C., from his second wife, Noel J. Mickelson. The couple divorced in 1975.
Here is everything you need to know about John Amos' two adult children.
Daughter Shannon Mickelson and Amos was born on August 5, 1966.
According to The Hollywood Reporter, Noel moved with Shannon to the Sylmar area of Los Angeles at a young age to support John’s career. The star of «Roots» discouraged his children from following in his footsteps, but Shannon pursued a career in the entertainment industry as a producer, working on shows like Yo! MTV Raps and America’s Most Wanted. She also worked in film marketing for movies such as «I Am Legend» and «Blood Diamond».
In 2003, she became the producer of her younger brother’s first independent film, «Watermelon Heist». «I chose what I felt I had to do to honor my family’s legacy», - Shannon explained on the Out Front with Vince Noble podcast.
Shannon worked in the film industry for over 20 years before changing her career. In 2020, she launched her own wellness travel company, Sumanah. She explained her decision on the podcast, saying, «I didn’t feel as fulfilled as I thought I would… even at the peak of my career. I was disappointed».
In 2021, Shannon settled in Playa del Carmen, Mexico. «My dad always supported me in wanting to live a better life», - she told AmoMama. «And I am doing that».
Shannon has a daughter, Keira Noel, born on November 30, 1991.
Son Mickelson and Amos, a son named K.C., was born on October 18, 1970. He grew up with his father, mother, and older sister in the Sylmar area of Los Angeles, on a property with horses.
Like his sister Shannon, K.C. followed his father into show business. After appearing in various roles on both the big and small screen, he tried his hand at directing. He credited his father with inspiring his career, writing in a 2014 blog post: «I think his advice in my life helped me discover who I am and my passion for directing and producing. After seeing his work in front of the camera on live television or on a movie set, I became fascinated with cameras and directing».
In 1996, K.C.'s work on James McMurtry’s music video «Where You Hide the Body» earned him a Grammy nomination. He continued to collaborate with leading artists, including Lil Wayne, Rick Ross, and Fat Joe. The following year, he won awards at the Sundance Music Festival for his film «Syphon Gun», - which received an honorable mention for short film.
A significant moment for K.C. was in 2003 with the film «Watermelon Heist», - which he worked on with Shannon. He also worked with his father several times before his death, including co-producing and directing the 2015 film «Mercy for Angels». «Having my own son working with me as a director is a blessing because we can capture those moments of inspiration», - John explained to PEOPLE in 2024, discussing «American Dad», - the documentary series he worked on with K.C. for several years. He added, «It covers my career, his career, and our joint careers. This is what I think every father and son would want to see».
K.C. confirmed his father’s passing in a statement
«With a career spanning over five decades, 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. In real life, Amos was a father to two children, Shannon and K.C., from his second wife, Noel J. Mickelson. The couple divorced in 1975.
Here is everything you need to know about John Amos' two adult children.
Daughter Shannon Mickelson and Amos was born on August 5, 1966.
According to The Hollywood Reporter, Noel moved with Shannon to the Sylmar area of Los Angeles at a young age to support John’s career. The star of «Roots» discouraged his children from following in his footsteps, but Shannon pursued a career in the entertainment industry as a producer, working on shows like Yo! MTV Raps and America’s Most Wanted. She also worked in film marketing for movies such as «I Am Legend» and «Blood Diamond».
In 2003, she became the producer of her younger brother’s first independent film, «Watermelon Heist». «I chose what I felt I had to do to honor my family’s legacy», - Shannon explained on the Out Front with Vince Noble podcast.
Shannon worked in the film industry for over 20 years before changing her career. In 2020, she launched her own wellness travel company, Sumanah. She explained her decision on the podcast, saying, «I didn’t feel as fulfilled as I thought I would… even at the peak of my career. I was disappointed».
In 2021, Shannon settled in Playa del Carmen, Mexico. «My dad always supported me in wanting to live a better life», - she told AmoMama. «And I am doing that».
Shannon has a daughter, Keira Noel, born on November 30, 1991.
Son Mickelson and Amos, a son named K.C., was born on October 18, 1970. He grew up with his father, mother, and older sister in the Sylmar area of Los Angeles, on a property with horses.
Like his sister Shannon, K.C. followed his father into show business. After appearing in various roles on both the big and small screen, he tried his hand at directing. He credited his father with inspiring his career, writing in a 2014 blog post: «I think his advice in my life helped me discover who I am and my passion for directing and producing. After seeing his work in front of the camera on live television or on a movie set, I became fascinated with cameras and directing».
In 1996, K.C.'s work on James McMurtry’s music video «Where You Hide the Body» earned him a Grammy nomination. He continued to collaborate with leading artists, including Lil Wayne, Rick Ross, and Fat Joe. The following year, he won awards at the Sundance Music Festival for his film «Syphon Gun», - which received an honorable mention for short film.
A significant moment for K.C. was in 2003 with the film «Watermelon Heist», - which he worked on with Shannon. He also worked with his father several times before his death, including co-producing and directing the 2015 film «Mercy for Angels». «Having my own son working with me as a director is a blessing because we can capture those moments of inspiration», - John explained to PEOPLE in 2024, discussing «American Dad», - the documentary series he worked on with K.C. for several years. He added, «It covers my career, his career, and our joint careers. This is what I think every father and son would want to see».
K.C. confirmed his father’s passing in a statement
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