As a long-time fan of John Amos, it is with a heavy heart that I bid farewell to this extraordinary actor who graced our screens for decades. Born and raised in Newark, New Jersey, Amos’ journey from the football field to the small screen was nothing short of remarkable. His talent for making us laugh and think was unparalleled, and his portrayal of James Evans, Sr. on “Good Times” will forever be etched in our memories.
84-year-old actor John Amos, most recognized for portraying James Evans, Sr. on “Good Times,” passed away on August 21 as confirmed by his son K.C. Amos (reported by The Hollywood Reporter). Amos leaves behind a daughter named Shannon and K.C., two children he shared with his first wife, Noel J. Mickelson, whom he was married to from 1965 to 1975. He remarried once in his lifetime but was unmarried at the time of his demise.
K.C. shared a statement with The Hollywood Reporter after the news broke, expressing heartfelt sadness about the passing of his father. He described him as a man with a gentle heart, pure gold inside, and adored by people worldwide. Many viewers considered him their television dad. He lived a fulfilling life, and his memory will continue in his exceptional performances on TV and film. K.C. also confirmed that his father passed away from natural causes.
Besides providing enjoyment for numerous families, Amos was also a seasoned soldier. He served in the New Jersey National Guard’s 50th Armored Division, and was bestowed with the title of Honorary Master Chief by the Coast Guard, as reported on Military.com. His life was marked by numerous significant achievements, both on a personal and professional level.
John Amos’ career highlights
As a passionate fan looking back, I was born on December 27, 1939, in the bustling city of Newark, New Jersey. My early dreams of football stardom were short-lived, but fate had other plans. I found myself stepping into the limelight as a recurring character on “The Mary Tyler Moore Show.” Little did I know that this was just the beginning of my comedic journey.
In his career, he received an Emmy nomination for playing adult Kunta Kinte in the groundbreaking miniseries “Roots” and acted consistently throughout his later years. He also took on the role of Cleo McDowell again in the 2021 movie “Coming 2 America.” Notably, he reconciled with Norman Lear, the creator of “Good Times,” and performed in “Live in Front of a Studio Audience,” a production that gathered actors from all of Lear’s notable works.
In an interview with Emmy Magazine, Amos expressed his hope for how he would be remembered, saying, “I aspire to be seen as a man who brought joy and made others ponder, without claiming to be a deep philosopher. I want to be remembered as someone who had an incredible journey through life, someone people enjoyed watching and welcomed into their homes.
We’ve certainly enjoyed seeing Amos on our screens for all of these years, and he will be missed.
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2024-10-01 21:29