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Louis Gossett Jr.

Louis Gossett Jr.

Award-Winning Actor & Activist

Louis Gossett, Jr. remains one of the most sought after and busiest veteran actors in the film and television

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Louis Gossett, Jr. remains one of the most sought after and busiest veteran actors in the film and television industry today. His unique talent for portraying powerful and charismatic characters has charmed audiences worldwide, resulting in an impressive amount of coveted awards, including an Oscar, Emmy, and Golden Globe.

Gossett captured an Emmy, television’s highest honor, in 1977 for his compelling portrayal of “Fiddler” in the historic television mini-series, Roots. He electrified the screen in 1982 with his unforgettable portrayal of a relentless military sergeant in the hit film An Officer and a Gentleman, earning him the ultimate acting honor, an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor. Gossett struck gold again in 1992 for his poignant work in HBO’s The Josephine Baker Story, and garnered a Golden Globe. Even in a guest-starring role for the popular CBS series Touched by an Angel, Gossett’s work was singled out and he received the 1998 NAACP Image Award.

His passion for his work is matched only by his strong belief in helping others by giving back to the community. He serves as a spokesperson and a behind the scenes leader for many charitable organizations.  Gossett also developed a nonprofit foundation, The Eracism Foundation, with the aim of developing and producing entertainment that brings awareness and education to issues such as racism, ignorance, and societal apathy. His work through this foundation earned him a Muhammad Ali Humanitarian Award in 2016. Gossett is also an outspoken advocate for HIV/AIDS awareness, speaking out about how it affects minorities in particular.

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Diversity & Inclusion: Living Up to the Promise of Our Pledge of Allegiance

My Afro-Judaic Heritage & How it Shaped My Life

Living in the Solution: Investing in America’s Most Precious Resource—its Children

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