John Amos’ daughter, Shannon, has shared her grief after learning about her father’s death, just like the rest of the world, through the media. Shannon revealed in an emotional post that she, along with her family, discovered that her father, the beloved actor from Good Times, had passed away on August 21, more than a month before the news broke publicly. Expressing her devastation, Shannon wrote that the family was left with many unanswered questions and are struggling to come to terms with how they found out.
Shannon’s post also reflected on her relationship with her father, sharing a video of happier times when they laughed and smiled together. She expressed heartbreak over how the situation unfolded but found solace in the idea that her father is now at peace. Despite the difficult emotions, Shannon emphasized the challenge of navigating the uncertainties surrounding his passing and the emotional aftermath it has brought to the family.
The news of John Amos’ death became public after his son, K.C. Amos, issued a statement. The family has faced its share of public disputes, particularly after Shannon accused K.C. of elder abuse during their father’s care, an allegation that K.C. and John both denied. Investigations were conducted but ultimately dropped due to a lack of evidence. K.C. was later arrested in July 2023 for allegedly threatening Shannon, deepening the rift between the siblings.
John Amos, who passed away at the age of 84, left behind a significant legacy in television history with iconic roles in Good Times, Roots, and The West Wing. Despite family tensions, Shannon expressed hope that their father’s legacy would be honored and remembered in a positive light, while the family tries to navigate through their grief and unresolved emotions.
