Name: John Amos
Date of Birth: 27 December 1939 Starred in an indie film directed by his son, K.C. Amos & produced by his daughter, Shannon Amos. The trio also co-wrote the urban comedy due for release summer 2003. Son of John Amos Sr.. Quit the show "Good Times" (1974) over complaints directed at him by fans and friends that the show was not a pleasant portrait of African-American life and somewhat insulting. To explain his absence from the show, his character on "Good Times" (1974) was killed in a car accident, ensuring his choice to leave was permanent. ... He was spotted observing one of the trials of mobster John Gotti. Was cast as the Evans father in "Good Times" (1974) despite being only eight years older than Jimmie Walker (who played J.J., the oldest son) and nearly nineteen years younger than Esther Rolle, who played his wife, Florida. Played college football at Colorado State University. Played professional football for the Norfolk Neptunes in the late 1960's Was also a social worker (he headed New York's Vera Institute of Justice) and an advertising copywriter prior to pursuing a career as an actor. Has also written comedy material for television and performed stand-up comedy in New York City's Greenwich Village. Amos was once a Golden Gloves boxing champion. Read more John Amos movies (actor)User Comments |
