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Jun 17, 2024 · Louis Gossett Jr. was an actor, producer, and film director from the United States. He is widely known for his role as Gunnery Sergeant Emil Foley in An Officer and a Gentleman . Gossett was the first African-American to win the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor.
- 87 years old (at death)
- Louis Cameron Gossett Jr.
- 27 May 1936
Mar 29, 2024 · LOS ANGELES (AP) — Louis Gossett Jr., the first Black man to win a supporting actor Oscar and an Emmy winner for his role in the seminal TV miniseries “Roots,” has died. He was 87.
Jun 4, 2024 · Lou Gossett Jr.'s portrayal of iconic historical figures in "Roots" and "The Hurricane" solidified his status as a cinematic force. His performances transcended mere acting, embodying the struggles and triumphs of marginalized communities and shedding light on pivotal moments in American history.
- May 27, 1936
- Louis Cameron Gossett Jr.
- Brooklyn, New York
- Actor, Producer, Director
6 days ago · Who is Louis Cameron Gossett Jr.? Louis Cameron Gossett Jr. is an acclaimed American actor with a remarkable career spanning over six decades. Gossett Jr. was born in Brooklyn, New York, on May 27, 1936. He began his acting journey in theatre, eventually transitioning
Jun 24, 2024 · An Officer and a Gentleman: Louis Gossett Jr. won an Oscar for Best Supporting Actor for his role as Gunnery Sergeant Emil Foley in this, and became the first African-American actor to win an...
Jun 14, 2024 · Louis Gossett Jr., a beloved actor known for his roles in films such as “An Officer and a Gentleman” and the groundbreaking miniseries “Roots,” has passed away at the age of 87. Gossett made history as the first Black man to win an Academy Award for a supporting role in 1983 and also won an Emmy for his performance in “Roots.”
5 days ago · Academy Award winner Louis Gossett Jr. has died at age 87. Gossett Jr.’s family said in a statement obtained and shared by PEOPLE: “It is with our heartfelt regret to confirm our beloved father passed away this morning. We would like to thank everyone for their condolences at this time.
