Louis Gossett Jr. Dead at 87

Louis Gossett Jr. has died. The Academy Award-winning actor rose to fame as the role of Fiddler in the popular 1977 miniseries, ‘Roots.’ He was best known for his role as Emil Foley in the critically-acclaimed drama, ‘An Officer and a Gentleman.’ He was 87.

[@jaylene.turner6524]

R.I.P. Louis Gossett. Thank you for sharing your talents. Prayers to his family.

[@josephinetracy1485]

He shared his cocaine too..... with his 7 year old son and two other young children

[@TruSoulDj]

His ex accused him of that during a custody trial and it was proved to be untrue. Shame on you

[@josephinetracy1485]

@@TruSoulDj Are you trying to say that he made sure that children were not around when he snorted his cocaine?

[@5Ring]

His role as GySgt Foley in "An officer and a Gentleman" is one of the best portrayals of a Marine Corps DI. Right up there with R. Lee Ermy and Jack Webb.

[@GreatGownsBeautifulGowns2018]

What an actor. All of the legends of my childhood are leaving here.

[@josephinetracy1485]

But he gave cocaine to his 7 year old son and two other young children to use

[@stephanieallangarman5598]

I feel it too. 🤔❤️

[@4ft3rburn3r]

"God was here before you got here. So you might as well calm down and let Him run things." - Grandma Ray

[@blackericdenice]

It mean sit back and wait for something to change. I'm glad MLK grandmother didn't tell him that.

[@mdpo6419]

I remember as a kid watching Louis Gossett Jr. In The Principal and then Iron Eagle. But Officer and a gentleman is a classic. R.I.P Mr. Gossett

[@JohnWilkes-mg8di]

Toy Soldiers also

[@malamer1279]

I still remember watching Enemy Mine with my grandpa and seeing silent tears fall from his eyes. That helped me understand racism at a very early age and helped me overcome it, we are all one, even if we are shattered.

[@ladoramccall4837]

RIP. MR. GOSSETT, UR ACTING KNEW NO BOUNDS!

[@josephinetracy1485]

But he gave cocaine to his 7 year old son and two other young children to use

[@j.ahayward7245]

Another legend gone..Mr Gossett you have marked your place as one of the finest actors Thank you for being apart of my life..Good movies like A Raisin In the Sun,An Officer And A Gentleman,mini series Roots.RIP Mr Gossett

[@loughlin14]

And he also guest starred on Captain Planet in ‘91.

[@johndean2110]

And Iron Eagle.

[@j.ahayward7245]

@@johndean2110 That's right.I forget about that one...I loved that movie...

[@josephinetracy1485]

But he gave cocaine to his 7 year old son and two other young children to use

[@mitchellulrich930]

Don't forget Enemy Mine

[@blackjohnmcclane3629]

I never forgot when I was 5 I saw Enemy Mine and love it ...this man is phenomenal....R.I.P sir

[@HasanMamunPathToPositive-wh4on]

Right

[@jason75]

Dennis Quaid excellent movie saw in theatres

[@caronstout354]

"Son ich staiyu, kos va Shigan..."

[@chelliebean5773]

There mere fact you mentioned his performance in this movie (one of my FAVORITES and I LOVED Mr. Gossett's (w RESPECT) performance,) and remembered it from such a young age... Gold Stars for You my dear GOLD⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

[@chelliebean5773]

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[@billmoran3219]

Eight decades in stage, film and TV, one of the most versatile actors of our time and a humble man who will always be remembered. Thanks for sharing your talent , much respect… Godspeed

[@AandP4dummieslikeme]

I am so sorry to hear this. He was so talented and under appreciated. RIPower, Sir.🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@josephinetracy1485]

But he gave cocaine to his 7 year old son and two other young children to use

[@beulahokonkwo]

uder appciated by who? he man is an Oscar and Emmy winner!

[@AandP4dummieslikeme]

@@beulahokonkwo The industry as a whole. After his role in An Officer and a Gentleman, he stated he was not getting ANY call backs for any of the roles he auditioned for. You would think Hollywood would have been beating down his door, but that did not happen. Even with those awards, his talent was horrifically underutilized. I am glad they got him for the remake of The Color Purple, but I wish his role had been bigger.

[@FeelinErie]

Noooo! :( Rest in Power, Sir. I was born in '86, and was introduced to Roots by my dad in my early teens.

[@josephinetracy1485]

But he gave cocaine to his 7 year old son and two other young children to use

[@jamesgarner8262]

Remembering the late ⏰ great 👍 Louis Cameron Gossett, Jr. ™️ (May 27th, 1936-March 29th, 2024) RIP 🪦 to you, sir. Thank you 🙏.

[@josephinetracy1485]

But he gave cocaine to his 7 year old son and two other young children to use

[@kathyy.mcbrayer5910]

First thing i ever saw Mr. Gosset in was Roots. Then the movie Iron Eagle. Then i started following his career. Thank you for all the wonderful productions you left for us to enjoy.

[@mrsplanetmaster9]

I'm right behind U...🌹💚💚💚

[@kokumcarrie1343]

Same as well as Firewalker

[@Pedroism]

Fiddler

[@josephinetracy1485]

But he gave cocaine to his 7 year old son and two other young children to use

[@vasantsande8644]

Thank you for Roots and all your acts in films. RIP sir.

[@SpiritMan28]

Rest in Peace to Mr. Louis Gossett Jr. He was definitely an incredible thespian and performer. He will definitely be missed. Farewell 🙏

[@rochstan123]

Great actor. Always remember him as Fiddler in Roots. Roots was my awakening as a child...May he Rest in Eternal Peace 🙏

[@tiffanymiller7753]

I am very sorry to hear about the loss of Louis Gossett,JR he was a great actor good in film and television so may he R.I.P🕊️🕊️🕊️

[@norah9345]

🙏

[@Qbal8]

I joined the Air Force in 1988 and remember watching Iron Eagle II with my Dad that year. I'll be watching An Officer And A Gentleman tonight in your honor Lou. Thank you for the memories and your legacy will live on. RIP

[@josephinetracy1485]

But he gave cocaine to his 7 year old son and two other young children to use

[@superben790]

REST IN PEACE, LOUIS GOSSETT, JR.!!!! 🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿

[@nakitapalmer656]

We're losing our Elders actors and actresses left and right. So sad. 😥😢😭

[@cheriebenjamin0315]

It is sad but it is life. They can’t physically with us forever

[@josephinetracy1485]

But he gave cocaine to his 7 year old son and two other young children to use

[@quintonposs3286]

Gene Hackman is still alive.

[@leroystover1062]

James EARL RAY STILL HERE YES WERE LOSING THEM FAST 😮😢

[@tonimartim5056]

​@@leroystover1062James Earl Jones.

[@sherryjacobs3907]

What a talented, handsome, intelligent, caring gentleman. His smile could light up a room.

[@josephinetracy1485]

But he gave cocaine to his 7 year old son and two other young children to use

[@Barbara-uq8us]

I'm soooo sad to hear about Mr. Gossett's passing!!!😢😢 He was one of my favorite actors, especially in the Officer and a Gentleman!!! 💔💔💔

[@hilohahoma4107]

I'm so grateful to say that I knew him for a short time in the early 90's and he helped me a great deal RIP Louis Gossett Jr. we can never fully repay you for who you were, much love fly high in the spirit world uncle.

[@paulroberts1961]

Rest in Eternal Peace Brother Lou Gossett Jr.. he was one of the Greatest Actors in history and one of the Coolest !!! Sincere heartfelt condolences to all of his family members and closest friends and colleagues. ✌✊🙏🙏🏽🙏🏿😥😥💕💕

[@josephinetracy1485]

But he gave cocaine to his 7 year old son and two other young children to use

[@dmartin7765]

R.I.P Louis Gossett 1936-2024

[@rosalinalopez4431]

An officer and a Gentleman. Great movie with LGJ!! RIP power sir!❤😢

[@KS-wu6by]

I remember when he won the Oscar for An Officer and a Gentleman and his performance in Roots Rip

[@OnlyUknow2]

I watched roots last month !!. An officer and a gentleman is one of my favorite movies the fact that i didn't recognize that he played in both says a lot. What a amazing actor! May you rest in peace my brother.

[@armandoangelreyes2046]

Mr. Gosset you entertained all of us. He is an example to all.

[@moniquekyle8354]

RIP, Mr. Gossett. Thank you for the barriers that you broke and the eloquence that you brought to Hollywood. 😭

[@user-pp9os7yo5v]

R.I.P Louis Gossett Jr we all going to miss you

[@josephinetracy1485]

But he gave cocaine to his 7 year old son and two other young children to use

[@ZacharyBraxton-kl5bs]

I want to thank this man for the acting skills that entertaines me as a kid. I would stop what I was doing to watch him. A real O.G. in my eyes. I appreciate him every much! God bless! May Heaven be your play to be entertained.

[@kathyy.mcbrayer5910]

Loved him on the big screen

[@gwen3010]

We lost one of the greatest!!!! Bless his family and may GOD be with his family. What a wonderful man and an awesome actor he will be missed!!

[@davidlestervoice8914]

Great man and actor. Thank you for bringing to life those characters you portrayed all these years.💛😊💛

[@jaimedance3]

God broke the mold when he made this man He was an artist And a rare Gem inside and out ! He will be missed ! Probably 1 of the nicest people you would ever want to know!

[@josephinetracy1485]

But he gave cocaine to his 7 year old son and two other young children to use

[@thepenumbrabrothersexplain707]

Loss of a great actor! Never met him, but he seems like he was a really great person too.

[@cheriebenjamin0315]

I got too and he was the sweetest, humble, gracious and kind

[@TheLadyday1139]

Right!! This is what I saw from this nice remembrance of a great American actor. May his family find peace and blessings now.

[@Dee-Wayne]

Wow, a legend. R.I.P. Louis Gossett Jr.

[@strikeback1080]

RIP sir. I remember watching Iron Eagle as a kid with my mother and almost tearing up when I thought his character had died in the movie. But that was only one of many. So many roles and always so well done. Mr. Gossett just had that style. And from the interviews you can see & hear a good man giving life lessons.

[@cleohall6775]

Heartfelt condolences may his soul rest in peace and rise in glory

[@blackgirlslivingwell]

RIP Lou Gossett Jr. What an amazing legacy. Thanks for your contributions.

[@dianastewart2490]

😢 He will be missed. Sympathies extended to his family and friends. His memory will keep him close to your heart.

[@eddiewhitfield8888]

Rest in Peace 🙏 🕊 Louis Gossett Jr. My Condolences 🙏 to his family

[@bernieappugliese2029]

One of the greatest!!

[@candicemirisha912]

What a beautiful interview and tribute to a legend!

[@tessamohler3021]

The odd thing about His passing was I didn’t know he passed away. I had the movie “The Principle “ in my utube movie save. It came on after I was done watching a movie, I didn’t put it on. My friend came in the room and told me He passed away. It was so weird because of that movie starting with him in it and he just passed away. Such a Brilliant Actor! Rest in Peace Louis Gossett and Bless You. I will always remember you ❤

[@elevatetogrow6710]

What a huge loss. He will be missed. So very sorry to hear about the loss of Louis Gossett, Jr. 🙏🏽🙏🏿😥😥💕💕

[@cecaedwards800]

Wow! Louis Gossett Jr. Passed away. A true legend, he will be missed. Truly a wonderful man and actor.

[@carmelitacarter3913]

Beautiful ❤❤ RIP Mr. Louis Gossett Jr.

[@ahmad.tillery.1987]

Another legend gone to glory but we'll never forget you sir. RIP Louis Gossett Jr. 🙏🌹

[@missyt03244]

RIP Mr. Louis Gossett, Jr. I loved that he was such a versatile actor ranging from Dramatic (Roots) to Comedic (Good Times and The Jeffersons)... Grew up watching him..Saying special prayers for his family and friends... Loved this gentleman! ❤🙏🏽

[@kashmoney1043]

This man was a King on the screen. ❤ Rest in Peace Mr. Gossett

[@Truchrissy76]

My condolences to his family and friends rest easy in Paradise sir

[@somethingaboutmary21]

One of the greatest to ever do it! Rest well 😢

[@SS-ii6nz]

R.I.P to the legendary Mr. Louis Gossett Jr. I will forever love and appreciate his major talent and contribution to the art of acting. He was excellent at his craft. Condolences to his family and close friends. 💐 🌹 🌸

[@user-fy1tz8oy1q]

R.i.p. Louis gossett one of the greatest actors who ever loved

[@debbiefuller6562]

A giant soul! What a man!

[@derekbrown4696]

Excellence was lost today. Rest in Greatness Sir. Watching you as I was growing up was truly a pleasure and a honor.

[@verdellellis4043]

I loved how he portrait in Roots, So emotional with all the big names to add alongside him. Rest easy 😇❤

[@melissalove2463]

I was literally just thinking about Louis just the other day ! I grew up watching his movies , RIP you Beautiful talented man ! 💞🙏🏼💞

[@hice444]

R.I.P. Louis Gossett jr. You was an amazing actor. God bless 1:53 you

[@user-fm5ms5me4b]

Great interview Kevin, glad you had the chance to do that ❤

[@Scene68]

A legend. May he rest well with the angels.

[@ericgee1996]

LEGEND! RIP Louis!! God Speed!!

[@Anthony-1089]

Loved this man's acting. He was in so many movies that I watched growing up .... Iron Eagle, An Officer and a Gentleman, Toy Soldiers, Enemy Mine, The Principal, etc. Another part of my childhood is gone.

[@ms.t6661]

You will be missed! Thank you for your work!

[@janomesteve3129]

Rest in Peace Louis What a legend I love watching his videos and a good actor he was

[@pattyhampton6022]

😢 He will be missed. Talented and gifted. ❤

[@kevinmentor6036]

R.I.P. Louis Gossett.

[@samlondon7430]

He will be missed 😭😢

[@SamanthaBaker8]

Yeah He Will 😢

[@TheBohemianStyle]

Excellent actor! Too bad he is gone. 🙏🏻💗

[@darenalexander7532]

Another great actor gone rip..😢

[@user-sv7fd6es6s]

I loved him in Roots. He was Fiddler right? RIP Louis Gossett Jr.

[@shayemoore]

Yes, he was Fiddler. Such an amazing actor ❤

[@terriselph4100]

What an amazing actor in every character he played. What a loss to the film industry.

[@user-pl2sb9sn8c]

I am truly saddened by or loss of a ne in a lifetime iconic actor Lou Gossett, Jr. It broke my heart ❤️; and for the sake of me, I can't stop crying! I really, really loved this actor! It hurtsme so badly! I've always dreamed of meeting his acquaintance some day! Now, my realization; it was not meant to be. I will miss him, tremendously! I admired him to no end! RIP, my Hollywood "C❤R❤U❤S❤H!!

[@michelled9981]

Such an incredible actor and a wonderful man. I'm definitely going to be watching some of his movies tonight. Rest in peace sir.

[@pmd1933]

Rest in Peace!!

[@francissookraj3202]

Great actor he was good in Roots and the bully Sergeant on An Officer and Gentleman. I'm sure he won an Oscar for that role.

[@happyngulube1871]

RIP Sir, thank you for gracing the screens with your talents.

[@oliviabrown261]

I loved the movie Enemymine....Thank you for your artistry and activism, Mr. Gosset Jr. Rest in power.

[@tarap5618]

What s nice humble man. I had the honor of meeting him once and will never forget how sweet he was. RIP, sir. RIP

[@dennishopper2701]

RIP 😔🕯🤍 My favorite films with him are An Officer and a Gentleman, Enemy Mine, Firewalker, The Principal and Toy Soldiers.

[@jayelove1504]

This was a brilliant video and Mr Louis Gossett Jr, was even more brilliant...Rest easy King....I love what he said his grandmother would probably say if she were still around....GOD WAS HERE BEFORE YOU WERE....LET HIM CONTINUE TO LEAD YOU!!💜🙏🙌

[@andrewrolando7345]

Omg just devastating right now this guy was an amazing icon and still will be forever in our hearts. I watched all his movies this breaks my heart😢

[@bonehound4511]

I tell yall this, Although it was the U.S. Army I joined, Drill Instructor Gossett is one of the few reasons I joined...TO BE A STRONG BLACK MAN IN A MILITARY UNIFORM AND NOT IN A PRISON JUMPER...THANK YOU SIR!!!

[@josephinetracy1485]

But he gave cocaine to his 7 year old son and two other young children to use

[@ramonewilliams1115]

R.I.P to the legend and Icon Louis Gossett Jr! May God bring peace and comfort to his family during this difficult time 🙏

[@marcelagarcia-ky8gx]

This breaks my heart,a wonderful actor,a great human being,an incredible family man. I apologize if I shed a tear or two,he was one of those people you love without meeting them,thank you for your hard work and your legacy,go R.I.P. endless love to you,prayers for your family,may God bless them all.

[@TruballerRyan24]

Rip Louis Garret Jr you will be missed 😢😢😢😢 the laughter 😂 of your movies make laugh every time

[@TheLadyday1139]

Thank you Louis Gossett for your lifetime of wonderful acting. May your family find peace and blessings in this time now. ♥

[@vincentb9159]

I enjoyed your talent you displayed in movies you were in. RIP Mr. Gossett Jr.

[@Mapes2023]

Louis Gossett Jr., I witnessed and was inspired by your transformation from actor to icon. The impact of your work as you relentlessly forged paths for African Americans is evident in the African Americans who are recognized not only as actors but who increasingly are present "in the rooms where it happens". Thank you for your life well lived and your continuing legacy. Peace and blessings to you and your beloveds.

[@brendalittlejohn5070]

RIP, thanks u for sharing your talent with the world 😢❤

[@markherron1407]

Congratulations on your 660th milestone and REST IN POWER LOUIS GOSSETT JR Blessings and HUGS 👑💜

[@sheilaj4645]

RIP Lou! You were one of my favorite actors🙏🏿🙏🏿

[@theresawebb1968]

What a great man he done as much on the television I grew up watching him now je is taking a well deserved rest.

[@IanPeon]

Loved this guy, especially in the film gem "Diggstown."

[@daverennalls3054]

Rest well Mr. Gossett

[@lovingmayberry307]

RIP Mr. Gossett. 💙 Always admired your work! 🫶

[@FreedomOfSpeech1776]

Rest in peace Mr. Gossett Jr., always liked his acting

[@jay1prauve1998]

I met Lou Gossett, Jr., here in Atlanta, when he was 83 years old. At my job. He actually spoke to me first. He had just come from the doctor's office. We had a great conversation.