Louis Gossett Jr. chose Harvey Brownstone for his final in-depth interview

Harvey Brownstone conducts an in-depth interview with Louis Gossett Jr., Legendary Actor, Author & Humanitarian
About Harvey's guest:
Today’s special guest, Louis Gossett Jr., is one of our most beloved and respected actors, who’s been thrilling audiences with his iconic performances since he first conquered Broadway at the age of 17 in “Take a Giant Step”, followed by “The Desk Set”, “Golden Boy”, “The Zulu and the Zayda”, and “My Sweet Charlie”.
He also starred on Broadway in “A Raisin in the Sun”, and then made his film debut in the 1961 movie adaptation of the play. His unforgettable portrayal of “Fiddler” in the groundbreaking miniseries “Roots” earned him an Emmy Award for Outstanding lead actor. And of course, who can ever forget him as Sgt. Emil Foley in “An Officer and a Gentleman”, for which he won the 1983 Academy Award AND Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actor, making him the first Black actor to win in that category.
Besides his Emmy Award for Roots, he got 7 more Emmy Award nominations for his work in “The Sentry Collection Presents Ben Vereen: His Roots”, “Backstairs at the White House”, “Palmerstown, USA”, “A Gathering of Old Men”, “Touched By an Angel”, “Watchmen” and “Sadat”, for which he was also nominated for a Golden Globe Award. And he got another Golden Globe Award nomination for his performance in “The Josephine Baker Story”.
He's had 3 Daytime Emmy Award nominations, and won the award for Best Children’s Special, for “In His Father’s Shoes”. He’s been nominated 6 times for NAACP Image Awards and won twice. And in 1992, he was awarded a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Very soon, we will all get to see him in his latest role, as “Mister” in the musical film version of “The Color Purple”.
In addition to his illustrious acting career, our guest is an accomplished writer, producer, director and musician - and perhaps most importantly, he’s a social activist, educator and humanitarian, dedicated to eliminating racism and fighting injustice wherever it exists, in all its forms.
In 2010 he released his riveting memoir entitled "An Actor and a Gentleman," chronicling not only the many triumphs of his monumental career, but also the heartbreaking and sometimes insurmountable obstacles he confronted and overcame as a working actor, and especially as a Black man in America.
In 2006, he founded The Eracism Foundation, which is a nonprofit organization dedicated to eradicating racism, fostering cultural diversity, historical enrichment, education and anti-violence initiatives.
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[@harveybrownstone7840]

I’ve had so many “pinch me” moments with our show, but truly, one of the most surreal and jaw dropping highlights for me happened a few days ago when my Director of Programming called to say that Louis Gossett Jr. wanted me to interview him! I was flabbergasted, and profoundly honored!! When he first came on the zoom screen, before we started filming, he said “I’ve given enough interviews about my career and body of work. This time I want to reveal what’s in my heart and soul at this stage of my life. That’s why I chose you for this interview - you’re all about revealing your guests’ inner feelings.” And so, with those marching orders, we embarked on a very intimate conversation about what really matters in life. His passion for equality and the eradication of racism really shines through this beautiful human being. I’m deeply grateful for the monumental honor of interviewing another great legend. Thank you Lou. I love you always and forever. ❤️

[@greenperson2020]

Due to hearing impairment I had to "strain" to hearing this,,, but it was great 👍🏻

[@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980]

Believe me I understand. We boosted his audio as much as we could in the post production but it was still quite a challenge to understand every word. Sorry about that.

[@greenperson2020]

@Harvey Brownstone Interviews : The Louis Gossett jr that I 'very known and loved as my 'celestial brother ' for 6-7 decades... For all of the "newly hard of hearing " - Please 🙏 resort to READING , it's just as fascinating 👍🏻 Bro. Greenperson1

[@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980]

Thank you so much for your support of our show! Much appreciated!🙏❤️

[@redboneace]

One of the best interviews ever God bless you 💯 I pray God bless you with many many more

[@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980]

Thank you so much for your very kind comment! Your positive feedback means the world to me. 🙏❤️

[@FeliciaMabuzaSuttle]

Great job Harvey! Let us share the legacy of our legends while they are still alive. Lou, you are an icon my friend. Will call you in a bit after listening. Happy you agreed to share your story.❤

[@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980]

Thank you so much Felicia. Interviewing Lou was truly a highlight of my life. I absolutely adore him and will always cherish the time we spent together for this very special episode of our show ❤️❤️❤️

[@amphotos]

I've known for a long time Mr. Gossett was a major talent and now I know his heart from this remarkable interview with you, Harvey!!

[@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980]

My dear Alan, this was a very important interview for Lou. He had specific things he wanted to convey to the public. I’m tremendously honored and proud that he chose me to be the one to facilitate that conversation. And I’m equally honored that you are sharing the journey of my show with me. You mean the world to me!

[@cookingartguy2170]

So sad to just now hear of his passing. What a great actor and a great human being as well. I'll never forget first seeing him in "Enemy Mine" and being so impressed. R. I.P. 🌹

[@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980]

Thanks for paying tribute to my dear friend Lou.

[@gailzellner7373]

I didn't know he also sung, l love music and theatrical... Thank You once again MR.LOUIS GOSSETT JR...

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What did you think of the interview?

[@susankendal8167]

Love & honour & faith - the essence of Lou Gossett Jr that you were able to extract for us in this interview. Thank you

[@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980]

Thank YOU my beautiful Susan for your tremendous help with this interview. You are a true life saver. ❤️

[@golden24-7]

Great interview. Lou is a good Godfather to many!

[@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980]

It was a huge honor to interview Lou. Thank you so much for watching.

[@MHfromNC]

What a wonderful interview!

[@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980]

Oh thank you so much! I put my heart and soul into every interview, and feedback like yours means the world to me. Greatly appreciated. 🙏❤️

[@joannpergakis4183]

Just watched this He is great, I always loved his acting , he has class , shameful how he was treated Sad that he ended his relationship And again great questions Another wonderful podcast

[@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980]

Thank you for your support of our show. I appreciate you so very much. ❤️

[@MsBackstager]

RIP dear Louis. This is worthy of a repost.

[@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980]

We did repost the interview on Facebook and Instagram.

[@MsBackstager]

@@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980 Great minds think alike....

[@trinityentertainmentproduc9035]

As always my friend, you did an amazing job with this legendary actor. That’s how I felt when Xernona Clayton requested me. You certainly did him justice. ❤ I sent it to his son.

[@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980]

I am so very grateful for your kind feedback and your support. Greatly appreciated. Thank you so very much. 🙏❤️

[@gailzellner7373]

YES AN ANIMAL MIND...I LOVED THAT... GENIUS WORK... I AM GOING TO LOOK THAT UP AFTER I FINISH LOOKING AT THIS PARTICULAR INTERVIEW... THAT'S INTERTAINMENT !!!!!

[@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980]

Thank you so much for watching our show!

[@thenostalgicpodblast]

One of my favorite actors of all-time! Met the Oscar winner Gossett in here in Atlanta, GA in 2007 and got his autograph. Ever see Lou in "The InVaDeRs" by Quinn Martin Productions in the episode "The Vise" from February 209th, 1968 on ABC TV?

[@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980]

What did you think of the interview? I

[@thenostalgicpodblast]

@@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980 Delightful! You do your homework. Excellent introduction.

[@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980]

Oh thank you so much. Lou certainly deserves the greatest reverence and respect.

[@susanhorton9492]

good man

[@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980]

That would be an understatement

[@edm5378]

How is Fantasia not steamrolling the next award season, lol

[@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980]

What did you think of the interview?

[@taydot999]

if you ever interview him again can you ask him what it was like meeting tupac the night he got shot? there's footage of him and tupac together backstage after the tyson fight that night!

[@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980]

Will do. Thank you so much

[@MsBackstager]

This will be next on my Harvey hit parade.

[@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980]

Can’t wait for your feedback!

[@MsBackstager]

@@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980 Wonderfully thought provoking and powerful. Recently on a rerun of TOUCHED BY AN ANGEL, Lou indeed sang very well.

[@josephlawson9950]

The power of Matthew star tv show need a remake

[@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980]

What did you think of the interview?

[@paulsmith9192]

For me its,iron eagle.did he retire?

[@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980]

No, he’s got a few movies coming out.

[@relentlesstheseries4845]

Let the Sleepwalkers AWAKEN.. It's Brother Lou on Deck

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What did you think of the interview?

[@gailzellner7373]

What about the one where he had a baby as an aliens... l love him l would love to meet him he's in Georgia where I live maybe just maybe l might have the pleasures l won't give up hope... stay well zMr Louis Gossett Jr.......P.S I didn't like the interview that he got on THE VIEW. I felt he was surpassed by some younger actor on that show... that disappointed me dearly... he is a legion and above his own rights... and he's not finished yet... l can't remember the project that he is working on but it's some sort of humanitarian l am so glad he is here Welcome Welcome Welcome...Mr. Louis Gossett Jr... We ❤️ 😍 💖 love you.....

[@gailzellner7373]

He is a legend... amd l'm so proud of him...

[@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980]

What did you think of the interview?

[@gailzellner7373]

Love it ❤

[@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980]

I’m so happy you enjoyed it!