Louis Gossett Jr., the first Black man to win Oscar Passed Away

By Nitin Singh

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Louis Gossett Jr., the first Black man to win an Academy Award as best supporting actor, has passed away at the age of 87.

His victory at the 55th Academy Awards in 1983 for his role in "An Officer and a Gentleman" made him only the second Black man to win an acting Oscar, 19 years after Sidney Poitier.

Gossett's career spanned six decades, including notable roles in "Roots," where he won an Emmy, and "An Officer and a Gentleman," which earned him an Oscar.

His contributions to film and television, along with his impactful performances, have left a lasting legacy in the entertainment industry.

what was louis gossett jr.'s cause of death

Louis Gossett Jr.'s cause of death has not been  disclosed in the available sources. He passed away at the age of 87, leaving behind a legacy of groundbreaking performances in film and television.

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