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Louis Gossett Jr., Who Made History With an Oscar Win, Dies at 87

R.I.P.

The acting legend also won an Emmy Award for his performance in “Roots.”

Dan Ladden-Hall

Dan Ladden-Hall

Breaking News Editor

Published Mar. 29 2024 9:48AM EDT

Louis Gossett Jr. also won an Emmy for his performance in the epic miniseries “Roots.” — Rob Latour/Getty

Dan Ladden-Hall

Dan Ladden-Hall

Breaking News Editor

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