Louis Gossett Jr. has passed away at 87. 'An Officer and a Gentleman' & 'Roots' star.

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Louis Gossett Jr., the initial African American to receive an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor and also an Emmy winner for his part in the television miniseries "Roots," has passed away. He was 87 years old.

[@Sharliey]

Louis Gossett Jr. was a legend both on and off screen. His talent and presence will be greatly missed, but his legacy lives on forever. #RestInPowerLouisGossettJr

[@goldengirl9828]

RIP Louis Gossett Jr... I fondly remember watching your great performance in 'An Officer and a Gentleman' at the theater with at the time my wife of less than one year (we both love this movie).. 🙏🏾 sending up prayers for your family and friends.

[@sandygrunwaldt1780]

Oh My Heart I'm in shock 😪 he is and was an amazing Man. You will be missed.

[@Sharliey]

He will be missed indeed

[@danitaelder901]

You were an amazing actor sir R.I.P. 🙏

[@Sharliey]

Indeed, he will be missed

[@venvensworld3090]

My condolences to the family and friends

[@NiceNivon]

🙏

[@OpenMicMediaUg]

At an old age , he has managed to live a good life regardless of him proclaiming to have prostate yet his mother was anurse.
R.I.P

[@kimnature8634]

Thanks for the update and may God bless you

[@kimnature8634]

Rip

[@Shan-qf9uc]

Rest well Mr Gossett Jr

[@valeriemills7827]

May God receive your soul. Many condolences to your family.

[@meschieljoyce114]

😢