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‘Good Times’ star John Amos dead at 84

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John Amos, best known for playing James Evans Sr. on “Good Times,” has died at age 84.

The actor’s son, Kelly Christopher Amos, announced that his father passed away on Aug. 21 in Los Angeles of natural causes.

“It is with heartfelt sadness that I share with you that my father has transitioned,” Kelly said in a statement.

“He was a man with the kindest heart and a heart of gold … and he was loved the world over. Many fans consider him their TV father. He lived a good life. His legacy will live on in his outstanding works in television and film as an actor.”

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