Some of John Amos’ roles
John Amos has demonstrated his versatility over the last four decades. Here are just three of his memorable roles:
Gordon Howard
Amos played Gordy the Weatherman at WJM on the classic CBS comedy series “The Mary Tyler Moore Show” for three seasons.
Kunta Kinte
Amos portrayed the adult slave in ABC’s seminal 1977 miniseries “Roots,” earning an Emmy nomination.
Pastor Nelson
Amos lends a dramatic element to the new comedy “Tyler Perry’s Madea’s Witness Protection” as a minister who is about to retire.
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