His range was wide, as evidenced by performances in projects as different as “Roots,” “An Officer and a Gentleman” and “Diggstown.”
Category: Roots (Movie)
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Louis Gossett Jr., 87, Dies; ‘An Officer and a Gentleman’ and ‘Roots’ Actor
His portrayal of a drill instructor earned him the Oscar for best supporting actor. He was the first Black performer to win in that category.