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John Allen Amos Jr. (born December 27, 1939) is an American actor. He is best known for his role as the adult Kunta Kinte in the landmark miniseries Roots and for portraying James Evans Sr. on the CBS television series Good Times . [2]
John Amos is an African-American actor who starred in Good Times, Roots, Coming to America and other films and TV shows. He has also had a successful career in theater, winning awards and acclaim for his roles and directing.
- January 1, 1
- 1.83 m
- Newark, New Jersey, USA
Aug 12, 2021 · During this historic point in American television, John Amos delivered a groundbreaking portrayal of James Evans, the revered patriarch of the iconic Evans clan. For many, Good Times was...
John Amos is an African-American actor who starred in Good Times, Roots, and The West Wing. He has also appeared in various films, plays, and TV shows, and has two children and two grandchildren.
- December 27, 1939
Jun 13, 2023 · Actor John Amos wants people to know he is “doing well,” despite reports to the contrary. The “Roots” and “Good Times” star, 83, is currently hospitalized in Tennessee, according to ...
Mar 5, 2021 · J ohn Amos carries eight decades of American history in his sturdy 6-foot frame. Even if you don’t know his name, you’ve surely seen him onscreen, whether you’re a baby boomer or a member...
Oct 13, 2015 · John Amos talks about his early career as a writer and actor on The Mary Tyler Moore Show, where he played Gordy the weatherman. He also shares his memories of working on Roots, the miniseries that made him a star and a target of racism.
