He then said: “As I look back on it, it was a wonderful experience from a standpoint that I got to show America what a black father feels.”
However, Amos’s skill ensured he wasn’t kept down for long, and in 1977 he starred in the groundbreaking miniseries Roots as the adult Kunta Kinte.
He received praise from critics and was nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award for his outstanding performance.
Fans will surely remember him from his memorable performance as Cleo McDowell in the popular comedy film Coming to America,
Which was a great vehicle for showcasing his comic skills. He would play the same part again in the Coming 2 America sequel in 2021.
