John Allen Amos Jr. (December 27, 1939 - August 21, 2024) was a brilliant actor and football player who shaped American culture. Amos became famous for his powerful roles in television and movies, including adult Kunta Kinte in the seminal miniseries Roots and James Evans Sr. on the CBS sitcom Good Times. His roles on The Mary Tyler Moore Show, The West Wing, and The District as Mayor Ethan Baker showed his range as an actor. Amos's performances won him Primetime Emmy and NAACP Image Award accolades, cementing his legend. After television, Amos appeared in films including The Beast Master (1982), Coming to America (1988), Lock Up (1989), Die Hard 2 (1990), and Coming 2 America (2021). His influence on both media endures. Amos played football at Colorado State University in 1963 before becoming an actor. He played professionally with the Denver Broncos (AFL 1964), Canton Bulldogs, Norfolk Neptune, and Kansas City Chiefs. Although his stint in football was short-lived, his competitive drive and determination were attributes that would later characterize his career in acting. John Amos was resilient, versatile, and dedicated to his trade. Fans and performers are still inspired by his work, making him an American entertainment hero.
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