John Amos, the Emmy-nominated actor renowned for his roles in 'Good Times' and 'Roots,' has died at age 84 from natural causes. Amos portrayed James Evans Sr. on 'Good Times,' one of television's first depictions of a Black two-parent family, and earned an Emmy nomination for his role as Kunta Kinte in the seminal miniseries 'Roots.' His career spanned decades, featuring roles in notable films like 'Die Hard 2' and 'Coming to America.' Amos's death was confirmed by his publicist, and his son described him as 'a man with the kindest heart' and 'many fans' TV father.' Amos's legacy endures through his impactful portrayals that highlighted the African American experience. He also had a brief career in professional football before turning to acting.