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Jan 19, 2012 · Amos continues to play prominent roles on television and in film, most notably as Admiral Percy Fitzwallace on The West Wing. He's recently had recurring roles on Men in Trees and Two...
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.
YearTitleRoleNotes2022Buddy LissonsEpisode: "I Will Tell of All Your Deeds"2020Uncle DEpisode: "Family Feud"2019Fred DavisEpisode: "'All in the Family' and 'Good ...2019WarEpisode: "The Poor Horsemen of the ...Feb 26, 2022 · Just before Black History Month comes to an end, TV and movie legend John Amos looks back on how his role on 'Good Times' led to 'Roots.'.
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Feb 25, 2022 · In fact, according to Roots stars John Amos and Louis Gossett Jr., the network wanted to unload the entirety of Roots as quickly as possible, fearful of alienating viewers — presumably white...
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Feb 27, 2022 · To celebrate the film’s anniversary and to mark Black History Month, TheWrap recently spoke with John Amos, who was Emmy-nominated for his portrayal of main character Kunta Kinte, and Louis...
May 26, 2016 · Amos received a nomination for Outstanding Lead Actor for a Single Appearance in a Drama or Comedy Series for his role as Toby. Matilda, Now: Erica Tazel. Erica Tazel, who had a breakout role in...
May 22, 2007 · It is Amos' role as the adult Kunta Kinte in Roots, however, that will go down in history. In 1977, Roots broke viewing records as America tuned in to watch what is still the No. 1...
