Louis Gossett Jr.

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Biography of

Louis Gossett Jr.

Louis Gossett Jr. (born 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 has won an Academy Award, an Emmy Award, and two Golden Globe Awards in an acting career that spans over five decades.
Date of Birth:
1936-05-27
Gender:
Male
Place of Birth:
Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA
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2024-05-08