John Amos, star of 'Good Times' and Emmy nominee for 'Roots,' dies at 84

John Amos, known for his role as James Evans Sr. on the 1970s sitcom "Good Times," has died at 84. He passed away from natural causes on August 21 in Los Angeles, as confirmed by his publicist. Amos was a prominent figure in television, earning an Emmy nomination for his performance in the miniseries "Roots." "Good Times," which aired from 1974 to 1979, was notable for depicting one of TV's first Black two-parent families. In addition to his television work, Amos appeared in films like "Coming to America" and "Die Hard 2." He is survived by his daughter Shannon and son Kelly Christopher.