Suits LA Dedicates Episode to Late Actor John Amos

The NBC drama 'Suits LA' paid tribute to the late actor John Amos in its seventh episode, aptly titled 'Good Times,' nearly a year after his death in August 2024. Amos, who played himself in the series premiere, was honored through a storyline that saw characters Ted Black and Rick Dodson working to secure a Hollywood Walk of Fame star for him. Ted passionately argued that Amos deserved recognition for his groundbreaking role in television, likening him to 'the Sidney Poitier of television.' Despite securing a promise for a star, Ted struggled with the two-year wait, fearing that Amos's legacy might fade. The episode concluded with the show's characters reflecting on Amos's impact by watching an old episode of 'Good Times.' This emotional storyline highlights Amos's significance in television history and the deep connection he had with his colleagues in the series.