Louis Gossett Jr.

Louis Gossett Jr. (May 27, 1936 – March 29, 2024) was an American film and television actor, best known for his role as Gunnery Sergeant Emil Foley in the movie "An Officer and a Gentleman" and as Fiddler in the television miniseries "Roots". He won an Academy Award, an Emmy Award, and two Golden Globe Awards in an acting career that spanned over five decades.

Personal Info

Known For Acting

Gender Male

Birthday May 27, 1936

Place of Birth

Brooklyn, New York, United States

Filmography

2024

as Lewis (voice)

Movie

1989

The Punisher

as Jake Berkowitz

Movie