John Amos' death comes just weeks after the death of another Coming to America star, James Earl Jones.
American actor John Amos, who played fast food restaurant owner Cleo McDowell in the film series. come to americapassed away at the age of 84.
Amos' death was confirmed by his longtime publicist Belinda Foster.
The actor died of natural causes in Los Angeles on August 21st, but news of his death was confirmed on October 1st.
Mr. Foster shared a statement from Mr. Amos' son, Kelly Christopher Amos. CNN.
“It is with deep sadness that I share with you that my father has transitioned,” the statement read.
“He was a man with the kindest heart and a heart of gold…and was loved all over the world. Many fans consider him a television father. He lived a good life. His legacy will live on in his outstanding work in television and film as an actor.
It is truly sad that John Amos and James Earl Jones passed away just three weeks apart. Rest in peace to the greats of television and film. 🙏🏾🕊️ pic.twitter.com/0veAB4voMC
— ☈OMEKO✨ (@_romeko) October 1, 2024
Amos' death occurred just weeks after the death of another person. come to america Actor James Earl Jones.
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The main body of the work
Amos played a variety of memorable roles during his illustrious career, including in hit comedies. good times As the adult Kunta Kinte in the famous original miniseries roots.
He worked as a social worker and copywriter in New York.
Amos turned to acting and landed the role of weather forecaster Gordon “Gordy” Howard. mary tyler moore showthis would begin his rise in Hollywood.
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Days of Our Lives' John dies
Drake Hogestyn, actor many know for his work as John Black days of our life He died at the age of 70 due to pancreatic cancer.
— Daily life (@DaysPeacock) September 29, 2024
The actor spent 38 years on the soapie, and the final episode was days of our life Broadcast in early September.
We grew up watching Donald Drake Hogestyn play John Black on “Days of Our Lives.”
What a legend🙌🏽Rest in peace🕊🕊🕊🕊 pic.twitter.com/UerVHnyeZC
— Aphelele Thielbooi (@ApheleleJody) September 29, 2024
Hogestyn joins days of our life He debuted in 1986 as a mysterious character known as “The Pawn” and later became a fan favorite as “John Black.”
John has become one half of a beloved pair over the years, but few are more popular than his relationship with Malena Evans, played by Deirdre Hall.
Together, they won the Soap Opera Digest Award for Favorite Couple in 2005.
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