Legendary actor passed away at 48…
The entertainment industry suffered a great loss when renowned actor Louis Gossett Jr. passed away at the age of 87.
Celebrating his legendary parts in “An Officer and a Gentleman”and the ground-breaking TV miniseries “Roots,” Gossett’s remarkable career lasted more than seven decades and comprised over 200 projects,with 12 more in development, as reported by IMDb. Sadly, he won’t live to see these impending initiatives completed.
Gossett broke down barriers during his career and made history by becoming the first Black man to receive an Oscar in the Best Supporting Actor category at the Academy Awards.
His Oscar-winning portrayal of “An Officer and a Gentleman”‘s Gunnery
Sergeant Emil Foley is still regarded as one of the most powerful and unforgettable in movie history.
