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Louis Cameron Gossett Jr. (May 27, 1936 – March 29, 2024) was an American actor. He made his stage debut at the age of 17. Shortly thereafter, he successfully auditioned for the Broadway play Take a Giant Step.
May 1, 2024 · The Oscar-winning actor, who starred in "An Officer and a Gentleman" and "Roots", passed away in March at 87. His death certificate reveals the causes of his death and his long career achievements.
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IMDb profile of Louis Gossett Jr., the Oscar-winning actor, producer and director known for An Officer and a Gentleman, Roots, Watchmen and more. See his photos, videos, credits, trivia, awards and humanitarian work.
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Learn about the life and career of Louis Gossett Jr., the first African-American to win the Oscar for Best Supporting Actor for "An Officer and a Gentleman". Find out his film, TV, stage, and humanitarian achievements, as well as his family, awards, and trivia.
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Mar 29, 2024 · Louis Gossett Jr., who took home an Academy Award for “An Officer and a Gentleman” and an Emmy for “Roots,” both times playing a mature man who guides a younger one taking on a new role — but in...
Mar 29, 2024 · Louis Gossett Jr., the 1st Black man to win a supporting actor Oscar, as well as an Emmy for “Roots,” has died at 87. In our eyes, you were a LEADING man despite your many inspiring roles as ...
Mar 29, 2024 · Louis Gossett Jr., a star of film and television who won an Academy Award for his performance in “An Officer and a Gentleman,” has died at age 87, according to a statement from his family.
