Louis Gossett Jr, first Black man to win supporting actor Oscar, dies aged 87
Actor who also won Emmy for role in seminal TV miniseries Roots died in Santa Monica, CaliforniaLouis 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.“It is with our heartfelt regret to confirm our beloved father passed away this morning,” Gossett’s family said in a statement, adding: “We would like to thank everyone for their condolences at this time. Please respect the family’s privacy during this difficult time.” Continue reading...
Actor who also won Emmy for role in seminal TV miniseries Roots died in Santa Monica, California
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.
“It is with our heartfelt regret to confirm our beloved father passed away this morning,” Gossett’s family said in a statement, adding: “We would like to thank everyone for their condolences at this time. Please respect the family’s privacy during this difficult time.” Continue reading...
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