In conversation with Louis Gossett Jr.

Louis Gossett Jr. has been a working actor since 1953, but his first day in Hollywood wasn't about a part - it was about the police. Michelle Miller chats with the Academy Award-winning actor.
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[@orlandochoi6117]

What he said, “We need to take care of each other better”. Wonderful and so true.

[@michaeldevine7556]

We need each other quite desperately for our mutual salvation, OK I'm getting older now but that is some real old time wisdom

[@Papa-o33963]

@@michaeldevine7556 Love thy b neighbor as your brothers and or sisters! Bless U n All Always n Forever n Ever AMÉN.

[@vpcapellupo]

Hank c that is so true

[@Eagle0watch7dv]

01:53 BOBBY BROWN!!!

[@josephinetracy1485]

Nice quote...... but why did he give cocaine to a six year old to snort?

[@josearriola3087]

He still look good for 84

[@valnaples]

AGREED!

[@kasamailo6085]

He's truly an American icon. Never say never.

[@timbuege2624]

Couldn’t agree more!!!!

[@metrocop-191]

He's also a video game icon because hes the one that voices the vortigaunt in half-life 2

[@katbowl9971]

Mr. Gossett is so well spoken. Such a wise man, and terrific actor. Admire him greatly.

[@RickeyGoldchain-gq8sz]

I was listening to “Up Front” this morning on WCLK 91.9FM in an interview they did with Louis Gosset, Jr. a couple months ago and it was truly powerful. It wasn’t just his words, but you could actually feel the power and energy of his message. He spoke a great deal about salvation and the honor of being servants and vessels in the world. Everyone should go the their station’s site and listen. This man’s career and accomplishments speak for themselves. One of the greatest ambassadors this world has ever seen. But his message on our greater purpose and responsibilities to our society speaks FAR GREATER VOLUMES. Truly an honor just to hear that interview and just wanted to give this man his flowers while he is still here with us. Only one Louis Gossett, Jr.

[@jo_verabradleyfan4743]

Just finished watching An Officer and a Gentleman for the first time. I was amazed by this gentleman. Louis Gossett Jr. very much deserved that Oscar. I'm happy that he has continued to act. He was great in Watchmen. Fantastic actor!

[@valnaples]

BEAUTIFUL!!!! Thank you, Mr. Gossett!

[@mhbbej1]

My mother was in the same grade as him at Lincoln High School in Brooklyn. Whenever she would open her yearbook she would always show his picture.

[@vogparis09]

Abraham Lincoln High School in Coney Island. He was a friend of my sister and I met him once when he came to our house. G-d Bless him and G-d Bless America.

[@stephenhermaine5266]

He was a good friend of my father and uncle. They all grew up in Coney Island and went to Lincoln, like me.

[@johndube1381]

Have loved this man for 40 years. He is amazing

[@josephinetracy1485]

He gave cocaine to a six year old snort.

[@maurofernandoelchaer4669]

Louis Gossett Jr, extraordinary actor of "An officer and a Gentleman". Unforgettable! His performance was a masterpiece, as was the entire film, in which Taylor Hackford managed to unite the delicacy of poetry with military harshness. I would never have imagined that this could be possible.

[@jaynemar1]

We need each other quite desperately... Words to live by

[@MsAchampion]

I met him by accident at the young age of thirteen. His smile was and still is everything. 😊👍🏾💯⭐

[@MPam1619]

I will forever treasure his performance as "Fiddler" in "Roots" where I first made his acquaintance. It was the love & adoration he came to have for the "African"-- Kunta Kinte-- that moved me beyond words.

[@jayceewriter7826]

This man is an acting legend.

[@larrysouthern5098]

An American Icon....He will always be one of my heroes..I would like to meet him ....and he will never retire!!! Thank you Sir!!!

[@kippy1500]

He’s just a good actor. Not a hero!

[@larrysouthern5098]

@@kippy1500 I did say "my" heroes...and we look alike too...we could be related...He was playing me in "Iron Eagle"..that's what I looked like in my uniform and flight suit!!! I always appreciated that......

[@barbarawashington8318]

@@kippy1500 A bit sarcastic are we? LOL!

[@josephinetracy1485]

He once gave cocaine to a six year old to snort..... what a hero!

[@meetvirginia7023]

He’s such a fine actor! I just bought the Dvd of An officer and a gentleman a week ago. Classic movie 🍿

[@lagaman11]

What a privilege it would be to meet this fine man.

[@emiliomanueldepedro9650]

I agree. I'd wish to make a movie with him

[@josephinetracy1485]

He once gave cocaine to a six year old to snort.

[@ervina02]

I love Louis Gossett! What a great actor, and that smile. He seems so down to earth. God Bless Louis Gossett he is one of the best!

[@andrewpalmer6167]

What a beautiful man, a beautiful soul

[@josephinetracy1485]

He once gave cocaine to a six year old to snort

[@hayaglamazonluxe]

He is so versatile. From his role in Roots to this obscure TV movie where he played a famous African-American priest, he is so commanding.

[@jadelefloret]

the Father Clements Story, yaaaaaassssssssss Haya--you just better bring back memories of him and Malcolm Jamal Warner.

[@hayaglamazonluxe]

@@jadelefloret I love that movie.

[@Maria-sg4zy]

So glad to see he's doing well. Wonderful actor.

[@shadaviongrant7605]

84 years young and still going strong. He should be getting an honorary Oscar soon!!

[@alcastro4909]

A, Class Act !!!

[@Savantace]

I was his friend back in 1985. I attended his 49th birthday party. I was 24 years old. I held Lou Gossett Jr.'s academy award for best supporting actor, while sitting next to him on his sofa at his home on Bonsall Drive in Malibu where we watched "An Officer and a Gentleman," together. He had just bought a new 50" television and phoned to invite me over to watch a movie. I told him to pick the film and he did. He pulled out a VHS tape, and asked if I'd ever seen this particular film, to which I replied, 'No.' He asked if I knew who was in it, to which I replied, 'No." He pointed to the Oscar award sitting on the fireplace mantle and said, "That's mine. It's an Oscar. I won it for best supporting actor in this film." He slipped the movie in and I fell asleep halfway through it and regret having done that to this day. I think it's possible interested him in me was how little of him I knew. I was from a poor Polish family where there was never enough food and I never had very many toys as a child. It's funny how we think of no-names taking interest in celebrities for their money. I remember when I stepped into his home for his 49th birthday party and saw the Table Pac Man arcade game he had. I was a complete and total nobody, from Pasadena, California, living with my grandmother. There I was at the home of an academy award winning handsome celebrity, in the mix of his birthday party. My interest? I sat for hours at that table Pac Man game. I LOVED THAT GAME. From there, I moved on into his kitchen and discovered a "Stainless Steel Refrigerator." WOW! I'd never seen anything like it and immediately made a dash from the kitchen to the living room where all the party guests were gathered. I walked over to Lou and politely whispered, 'Oh my God, you have the coolest refrigerator I've ever seen. May I open it?' To which he whispered back, "You may not only open it but when you do, eat anything you want." I was in awe. I thanked him repeatedly and dashed back to his kitchen, swung that door open and could not believe that he had a cooked PRIME RIB in there and other amazing goodies. There I was in his kitchen alone, making myself a plate of Prime Rib. Therefore, when he bought the 50" television, he invited me over. Again, I was blown away. He took great delight in helping me relive my childhood. That's when I came to understand the term, "Star Presence." I am absolutely NOT someone who takes any remote interest in celebrities as many do. I'm thoroughly disinterested in the hype. I grew up with David Lee Roth, went out often with Brian Johnson of AC/DC having zero clue who he was but none of them had the energy, the electricity or "presence," of Lou Gossett Jr. He was extraordinary and amazing.

[@butchmitch731]

Nice

[@MexicoAdventurer]

This was exactly the life my parents protected me from when they decided to move away from California. Man worship wasn't in their blood... nor in mine.

[@TonyVega123]

I loved him in Diggstown. A truly underrated flick.

[@spidermonkey7605]

I agree with that statement.

[@joenelson3037]

That’s my favorite movie of his, too.

[@lulufavs4519]

What?! Gossett is 84 yrs old?! He looks great! God bless him.

[@brunovalerio5689]

He’s already 84+ what a great actor

[@reginaldballard6172]

An American ICON!!!

[@Dd-po2ij]

Agreement love this Man.

[@Papa-o33963]

Good man n actor with good values n customes! Bless All Always n Forever n Ever.

[@Northponder]

Thank you for all of the entertainment you have given us. I truly admire you, sir.

[@crystaltelf288]

We need each other for our mutual salvation ~~ Louis Gossett Jr. Couldn't say it better!

[@Tjlewis214]

I love reciting Louis Gossett Jr's lines from Enemy Mind's. Alien speak that's just so awesome and he had a baby... LOVE THAT MOVIE!

[@andrewpalmer6167]

I think it's ENEMY MINE

[@savannah58]

Me too. I just watched it a month ago

[@Tjlewis214]

Thanks.

[@funkyflights]

Truly a great actor, always enjoy movies he’s in … ☝️

[@sandirichard5461]

I just watched a drama/comedy with him and Maggie Smith in it. Such an odd combo but, sensational movie. What a treasure Louis Gossett is.

[@5dkauhanespiritualarts775]

Great actor and human being

[@savannah58]

84 looks good on him

[@jolyettefrye6365]

An excellent actor✨... I Iiked him best in "A raisin in the sun."🌞 And as fiddler🎻 in "Roots".

[@Treason007]

A pioneer and icon a treasure 💯. Give this man his flowers. He has paved the way for many black actors including Denzel Washington and Samuel Jackson and many more. First Black American to win and academy.

[@lauraryan8921]

One of my favorite actors of all time. Had forgotten he was in Roots. Best performance was in Enemy Mine

[@anidiquaojala1804]

Love this man!

[@jedi1967]

I remember watching An officer...as a kid. Great movie, excellent performance. No flaws.....

[@gailreese4102]

So talented & dedicated in everything he does! Great guy!

[@JEREMYCASSAR]

Great actor, always liked him.

[@duncanbleak3819]

A truly great actor. Welcome to L.A....hasn't changed a bit!

[@josearriola3087]

One of the best actors out there very underrated

[@rebeccatopken6532]

Marines have Drill Instructors, not Drill Sergeants. Mr Gossett thank you for being so very good at what you and for doing it with class and style.

[@gracielasantana]

So sad we lost a Multi Talent Louis Gossett Jr. I’m glad I saw An Officer & a Gentleman at the Show in 1981. I went to see it because I’m a Richard Gere, Fan but man I was so impressed by Louis Gossett Jr.s performance he positively earned that Best Supporting Actor Oscar. His charisma & Smile could light up a room. Rip Mr. Gossett, your Star ⭐️ will shine forever on film.💐🎬

[@JoseRamos-kd9ig]

The man worked with Bruce Lee...enough said❗(Two Legends)🇵🇷🇱🇷👍✌️

[@gregtucker7228]

This man's a acting legend!! The 80's wouldn't have been the same without him!! So glad he beat Covid-19 recently using the advice of the FLCCC Alliance.

[@cindyrolle6476]

One of the greats. What a beautiful black man!

[@karenthompson9397]

I saw Mr Gossett this past wknd at a conference in B-more. Looking handsome. Great conversation. Hi Louis🖐🏿 One of my fav actors

[@billmitchell1955]

A voice of reason in these troublingly times.

[@hortensebediam1032]

Louis Gossett Jr Was On This Show in 1977 Called Roots and I Watch The Roots in Last Year 2019 and This Year In January 2020 That Show is Awesome But He Did a Great Job For Doing His Career So Congratulations To Louis Gossett Jr. 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@miguelcarter1949]

I love this man a true Legend He’s got a good heart and is amazing at every part I’ve seen him play

[@Bratman530]

just a classy gentlemen on soooooo many fronts

[@jgaffney567]

He called it. They not just hurt him but they hurt themselves.

[@spitfirestake54]

They don’t hurt themselves

[@jgaffney567]

@@spitfirestake54 He told you himself. They hurt themselves because they became the victims of their own abuse. Once you articulate the victimization you cease being the victim and become a threat. The need to victimize another human for gain hurts their soul,honor self.

[@BadDriversOfNapa]

@@spitfirestake54 They do hurt themselves. He explained it himself.

[@laurice8056]

I Love Louis Gossett Jr. , he deserves all of the praise and accolades for his life and accomplishments. But I thought that Hattie McDaniel was the first Black actor to win Best Supporting Acting Oscar for her role as Mammy in the film Gone With to the Wind way back in the 1930’s.

[@VEGANSAM]

Just like F. Murray Abraham, this talented man was robbed of a far more stellar career. And it's stunning how young he looks!

[@normandecaesen286]

What an inspiration. On so many different levels ♡♡♡♡♡

[@josephinetracy1485]

He once gave cocaine to a six year old to snort

[@triciajohansen7124]

He is a phenomenon!!!! Love you, Lou!!!!❤❤❤❤😎

[@gheechiedan9299]

RIP to 1 of the BEST Actors EVER! March 29,2024🙏🏾👍🏾

[@londonblues7070]

He looks fantastic!!!👑🌷🌷🌷❤🖤💚

[@Dd-po2ij]

I. Love him. Love from Dallas Texas.

[@maryjobraun1101]

A wonderful actor.

[@monisolaelliott9346]

Enemy mine is one of my favorite movies I remember from my childhood.

[@user-sh5oz2pq8i]

He was an amazing actor and an Icon in the African American community! We will miss you Lou Rest in Power 🙏🌹🕊️🙏

[@markjwil]

Rest easy, Louis. Thanks for the film memories.

[@chriswright8464]

GREAT ACTOR!!!

[@anitas62]

AMEN SO AWESOME THATS WHY HE LOOKS SO YOUNG!!! KEEP WORKIN EVEN VOULUNTERR SURE KEEPS U HEALTHY!!!

[@lindaquinn3496]

This is a man who has learned so much in this lifetime. So grateful he found Ivermectin and beat Covid 19. Blessings to him.

[@Rose2gard]

AMAZING MAN !

[@cable30]

I still remember him from movie Iron Eagle with the miltary jets and all. seen variety of his movies but that sticks out the most.

[@bsilling]

Rest in Peace and Power, Louis .. Thank You for the depth and Heart of your performances ... 💛

[@derricksargent9980]

A phenomenal actor and a trailblazer. RIP sir. 🙏🏾

[@kobecarter621]

Time past so fast! I still thought he looked the same as Officer & Gentleman😢.Guess Therspist just how many movies I’ve seen him in…..He’s aged but that golden voice remains!!

[@paulabradley5862]

Great actor!

[@stayingalivewithsaad5351]

First black actor to win an Oscar award . WOW 💯💐

[@daking589]

My greatest inspiration

[@dieselmarais7683]

I love his out look on life and loved his movies God bless you sir

[@shannon9155]

Great actor.

[@rolandburks]

Brilliant!! Absolutely beautiful!!

[@realradiant1r69]

He’s so amazing!

[@ChilesRussellTaylor]

R.I.P. Louis Gossett Jr. (1936 - 2024)!

[@lourdesnunez1146]

I love this man. He is awesome.

[@michaeld.williamsiii9026]

Wow eighty four astounding.... Still so radiant, wise, and talented. I finally saw a Raisin In The Sun. Amazing simply 🌤🙏🏾☀️ #Inspired #BlackSuccess 💜 #BlackPioneers

[@Temboz]

R.I.P he was an awesome actor.

[@IamMsQuitaB]

Rest in Peace Louis Gossett Jr. Job Well Done. Life Well Lived.🙏🏾

[@dannettepeters1507]

A true CLASSIC!!

[@jennifermaharaj3551]

I first saw him in "skin game"with James Garner,such a national treasure.

[@irenechilds9627]

a remake of sidney and tony curtis

[@joycecates101]

Louis Gossett Jr. has lived the life most black people face everyday of their lives. It proves that blacks have been profiled, stopped by police for no reason, leading the the message we are spreading after the death of George Floyd. He teaches us about understand. We need to take care of ourselves and one another better otherwise nobody's going to win anything. We need each other quite desperately for mutual salvation.

[@meboneme1]

You cannot compare Mr. Gossett's being stopped to MOST "stops" this day in time! MOST people are stopped for a REASON, other than just being BLACK. I used to get stopped often, but MOSTLY for speeding. I KNEW i was speeding, so i ACCEPTED my ticket and went on about my business. To be honest, MOST times, i was just told to "slow down and drive safely". IF i lived in a DANGEROUS/HIGH CRIME area, STOP EVERYBODY as far as i'm concerned. I don't worry about the police....because i am not a CRIMINAL! Again, i have been stopped, in a high crime area....for no apparent reason. I was told they (police) had been cracking down on drugs and crime in the area. I had an attitude, but i DID NOT act a fool. I went on about my business to go do some illegal acts (SEX) in the park!

[@charluna6121]

RIH YOU WILL TRULY BE MISSED

[@travelingdude1621]

I hope to meet him in person this summer at a convention. I just hope the ongoing covid pandemic doesn’t mess it up.

[@MexicoAdventurer]

He will be sorely missed.

[@georgeacenas2349]

A valuable lesson in life, the temptations of success can misdirect. Correct yourself. Thank you Mr. Gosset, RIP.

[@argoneonoble]

He was great in Watchmen!!

[@maryhensley2597]

God Bless you. Great man!

[@letakeokuk5446]

Rest well dear one...🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@letakeokuk5446]

The shhggghgggggfggggggg;;fxfgjjkkjjkjjju

[@patienceboafo1998]

RIP MR Gosset 🙏 i ❤ your movies

[@tomjones2121]

A class act and a gentleman ,

[@yell0wberry]

Rest in peace friend.

[@LOZKULLKID]

Loved him as uncle Wilburt in good times

[@Anne6621]

how can you not Love Louis !!!