Death of Louis Gossett Jr.

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
Louis Gossett Jr., the first Black man to win a supporting actor Oscar, has died at the age of 87. He also won an Emmy for his role in the TV series 'Roots.'

Key Points

  • Louis Gossett Jr. was the first Black man to win a supporting actor Oscar.
  • He also won an Emmy for his role in the TV series 'Roots.'
  • The cause of death has not yet been released.