Louis Gossett Jr., trailblazing Oscar winner and 'Roots' star, passes away at 87
Louis Gossett Jr., the trailblazing actor who became the first Black man to win an Oscar for Best Supporting Actor and gained fame for his role in the iconic TV miniseries "Roots," has passed away at the age of 87. His cousin confirmed the news, highlighting Gossett's legacy as a talented actor and advocate for racial equality. Gossett's career spanned decades, marked by notable performances on stage and screen, including his acclaimed role in "An Officer and a Gentleman."
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