John Amos on Getting Fired from 'Good Times' After Threatening the White Writers (Part 4)
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In this clip, John Amos speaks about the serious topics that were covered on "Good Times' and there being no Black writers on the show, which caused a lot of friction. John explained that he vocalized how the Black family was being portrayed, which he felt wasn't rooted in reality, which led to him being fired from the show. The show's creator, Norman Lear, called John to explain that he couldn't have him threatening the writers, which you can hear more about above.
John Amos, the true definition of an Alpha Male 👊👊👊👊
James Evans, Sr. was a great character that, had the writers, allowed it would have been more revered than Cosby.
Well, until he met John McClain in DIE HARD II. CuffColl.
@@CuffColl And two and a half men
John McClane : This is it? One fucking platoon?
Maj. Grant : One crisis, one platoon. Who are you?
True definition of a strong black man.
This brother been the same age for 30 years.
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Facts!
On God
😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
more like 45 years...he was on there 74-76 : O
I’m 30. My whole family is white. We grew up on good times. We still watch it to this day on Amazon prime. The Evans family taught us so many important lessons. These people are all legends for their contributions.
Wow.❤️ thought that was wonderful.
It's on prime? Awesome 👌
@@johnsw224 I watch it on Peacock
WHEN JAMES EVANS DIED THE SHOW GOOD TIMES DIED 2
Pretty much...
The show was done after they killed him off. Even Esther Rolle left the show sometime later. She hated that they killed James off.
He only has himself to blame for getting fired
@@SWalker71 if u can't say nothing nice don't say nothing at all
Its the end ‘ cause the game tired its the same vibe Good Times had right after james died - NAS
John Amos was the hollerin' king before Samuel L. Jackson. I feared and respected him as a father growing up.
Kory Green pussy LMAO this nigga said he feared a TV character LMAO
Kory Green you know it bra lol.
@The R. LMAO the fuck?! #bitch
@@michellejenkins4204 I guess I didn't have balls like you at 8 years old.
Shut yo punk ass up!
I'm 39 and can truly say, "Good Times" helped a lot of Black/African American families get through tough times. Very realistic scenarios with laughter, seriousness, and great meaning!
No Doubt 💯
He was the quintessential strong Black man!
the man is 80 looking like he's in his 50's. salute to health
Living In Africa
Its from all the McDowells he eats
I thought he was like 60 😧
50's? More like mid 60s
CHARLIE ACTIVE he lived in Africa?
I respect John Amos for speaking his mind, even through it cost him his job. Sometimes in life you have to sacrifice and Mr. Amos did just that. It is a teachable moment.
XSad Google is the same way speak you mind they kill you like typical Nazis
Eddie Griffin expressed the same discontent about Malcolm & Eddie. White writers trying to write for two urban black men didn't make a lot of sense.
It makes sense when they want to control the narrative.
@Azzury Street
Eddie Griffin is a bozo because he tells the truth?
@Azzury Street THIS IS A BOT. THESE COLONIZERS DON'T LIKE BEING EXPOSED.
@Jordan Sharpe you definitely aren't the sharpest knife in the drawer. WE HAVE ANOTHER BOT HERE. RUSSIAN HACKERS TRYING TO SOW RACIAL DISCORD. IGNORE THEM AND THEY BECOME USELESS.
@Jordan Sharpe for a SHORT period of time💯
It really bothered me, when they killed him off the show. When I was young and saw it for the first time, I remember crying like I lost my own dad. I didn't understand why they got rid of him then. I'm glad he is still here to tell his side and is in good health. #DAMNDAMNDAMMMMMMN!!!
When James got killed off the show Good Times turned to Bad Times the show wasn’t the same 👎🏾
I remember they tried to get (Moses Brown) Florida's Suitor to replace (John Amos) but I guess he said hell nah and went to be on Little House on the Prairie with all the white people instead.
The Janet Jackson episodes were GUT WRENCHING!
It jumped the shark big time.
@@mtrich8113 Moses Gunn.
@@mtrich8113 But he wasn't in the ghetto on that show; that's the best part !
I am Hispanic from a small town in New Mexico. I was sad when his character died. I still am, he was our TV dad. No fake doctors, just people.
This guy is America's greatest tv dad.
Him, Levar burton & Uncle Phil
💯💯
Charles Smith roc
For real...straight up
How y’all forget about pops wither spoon
John Amos is aging like fine wine, he look awesome for his age, his memory is impeccable. May God be with you Mr Amos whatever you are doing please keep doing it.
What does a blackie know about "fine wine"? 😂😂😂😂😂
I know I don’t speak for just myself but this man was “my father” he taught me about raising kids and supporting your family better than any male figure in my life! The show was special and our community needed this.
I was kind of upset with him for years when I heard the stories about him being difficult. Now as an older black man, I totally understand. I respect him so much now
I'm white and my Dad was absent for most of my childhood. Many times I wish i had a Dad like James. He was fierce.
Best black father on television even til today! Uncle Phil comes second!
James and Uncle Phil are my top 2 black fathers
So we gon like Uncle Bernie at happened? And I guess Frank Mitchell is ok...
What's funny is john amos played Lisa's father on the fresh prince.
@@ToneyLoAnd then Will’s stepfather.
Best dad on TV.
Most relatable portrayal of a father raising a family in the hood.
Reminded me of my own dad.
Too bad it took 40 years for John Amos to be justified.
This is No it didn't. Everyone knows why he got fired. Just like everyone knows why Esther Rolle left.
@@DavidKen878 why?
I must be ignant but I thoroughly enjoyed the interview because it WASN'T one. It was a cool conversation between two older generation black folks being themselves. I can tell John Amos doesn't enjoy hanging out with just any old body. He really LIKES Luenell and she loves him. It comes across as authentic in a world now ruled by fakeism and materialism. I felt like I was back as a child sneaking a listen to what they called "grown folk bizness."
Alonzo Shorter Shorter Since when does it pay or benefit anyone (whether they suffer from a mental disease or not) to be racist? Racism is stupid. Wasn't Norman Lear one of the most successful people in the history of television as a creator and producer? John Amos kept working (fortunately) after his firing. I actually remember him better for 'Coming To America' than Good Times but if he lost his cool and threatened someone on staff then Lear must have had no choice than to fire him otherwise it would have simply been bad for business. I think Lear would have been servicing the money more (at best) rather than the issue of race. But if this race theory is true then Americans might be nuts no?
@@connshawnery6489 Americans are born nuts
Good Times wasn't the same after he left. Greatest TV Dad of all time. Thanks Luenell and DJ Vlad for this.
I'm a 46 year old caucasian middle class man. I love good times. I loved john Amos. He reminded me of my dad. We didnt have alot growing up, second hand everything, but we had love like the Evan's family. One of the best shows on tv then or now. It had substance and i had the biggest crush on wilona.
Thelma was so beautiful 😍
Facts bro!
Bruh i got a good times dvd and tbh i watch it for her and willona ..lord knows the hoe i would be if i came up in the 70s
She still is.
So was T. C., the art student who had a crush on J.J., but he didn't notice her until she put on a dress and let her hair down. Yall remember her?
@@KtotheG sure do lol
I really respect this story and how him and Norman both came around. He didn't sit around getting angry and bitter. Realized in retrospect that they made history together.
Yes. They were both too big for that.
My best friend only watches the episodes with “James” over and over and over and over. We’re almost 50 she still watches Good Times on DVDs.
Bar none the best black show that displayed DIGNITY with a splash of comedic relief
I'm the same way if James Evans not on the show I'm not watching.......
I'm 38 and still watch my DVD series. Still pissed off they fired him😡😡
Those are the only episodes that really exist to black people
Good times was recorded on tape in front of a live audience!! (Real ones know)
After the funeral when Florida broke the punch bowl and yelled : Dam, Dam, Dam; I get it now. Esther Rolle knew the impact of Mr. Amos not being apart of the cast.
Man that was one of my favorite shows growing up as a kid TV was the best back then now all we got is this reality TV crap. SMH.....
@@Kenny-bj2zq ...You are Right and that's why I still watch GOOD TIMES like I'm a little kid.
Damn
@@Kenny-bj2zq Absolutely if you’re in your 50s like me we grew up in the greatest time for tv., although I was a little bit too young for All in the Family. There were so many great shows in the 70s early 80s.
That's great. John Amos showed wisdom. Remember this everyone when something happens to you now; in years to come you'll reflect on it and see the truth.
I have so much respect for John Amos but the world wasn’t ready for John. Thank you John Amos
I had a cable TV show in NJ in the 1980's early 90's and he was a guest. He was just the best. Then, I met him again in 2008 at a celebrity signing event and I introduced myself to him and he remembered me. Got up to give me a wonderful handshake. I was from Jersey City so we had a nice connection. Class act.
That show just didn't seem right without him. God bless you John Amos!
Luenell: "So how did you get into acting?"
John Amos: "Well I met this comedian named TK..."
😂😂😂
I'm done 💀💀💀💀
😂
Holy shit you win for today 😂
Kirk Williams 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
It's really good to see Mr.Amos alive and well and still working he looks good! He was & still is my favorite TV dad! 😃
I'm a 48yo white guy who grew up in the ghetto. Poverty knows no color and I related to that show more than all the others. It taught you that you might struggle but you can do it with pride and dignity. My mother made sure our house and us were always clean and we dreased as goid as we could just to go the supermarket. The show also taught you that it's ok to laugh at your poverty too. Making fun of the hole in your pants around your friends made life bearable.
I know that your comment is over 2 years old, but I have to say, your comment is very touching!
I bet it hits home with a lot of people!
Cheers to you!
I’m 49 years old and this man is still intimidating to me as a dad👍🏿
That stern voice of his
OH JAMESssss
In my Florida Evan's voice 😆
Lol while chasing him into the bedroom
@@nikradik Have to see, if you haven't Patrice O'neils interview on Opie and Anthony regarding this show. Spot on imitation of her.
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😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 She said that at least twice every episode
John Amos was going to give those white dudes some hands.
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Those white folks weren’t use to black folks coming at them like that
Or he can quit ... I mean weren’t they white, BEFORE he joined the show ?!?
Because people see things differently doesn’t mean you can threaten them,
He’s proud because he wasn’t a “diplomatic “ more like out of control.. deserved to be fired
@@truthbetoldthailand3991 Didn't seem "proud" about it to me. Just telling it like it went down. Plus who wouldn't get tired of someone constantly telling them what they THINK is black?
This guy is a complete joy to listen to.
Watching him doing comedy, I never had any idea he was THIS articulate
I always remember the episode when he tow Micheal's bully little ass up with a belt. Then told him he can stay. That was grown man authority! We need that back in households today!
I remember parts of that episode too! Michael was actually trying to help the bully with studying, and all the bully wanted to know was " . . . those straight-A tricks". I don't remember the character name, but yeah, James Sr. took the bully into a bedroom for a good ass whoopin'. Nothing graphic but very strongly inferred on the other side of that door.
@@ronaldschild157 his name was edward/ed/eddie
I just watched that episode on Hulu lol ...he beat him bad and then told him he can stay Lmaoo
And the man still looks in shape! Doesn’t look a day over 55
Will Sniff ill say bout 65 70
@Will Sniff exactly. He just a healthy looking 78 year old.
Will Sniff fk no you tripping he looks around 60 not 78 mfs 78 barely be walking and talking and looking frail af he looks damn good!
Will Sniff LMFAO! I was about to say bullshit he look 55. Nigga look exactly his age
I know right
Mr. Amos is the GOAT of TV dads. Hands down. His role has influenced the way I move as a parent. My father was very similar..
The hell Luenell doing asking questions lol
He probably wouldn't do it if it wasn't with someone who made shit worth doing u think he'd talk to vlad
That ain't Luenell. That's Vlad pulling a Robert Downey Jr.
Luenell is a real ass bitch dont diss my queen Borat gonna come for yo ass JerzeyRebel 47.
Thought I was the only one to peep that....kinda cool
Forreal tho😭
Y’all talkin bout Luenelle over talking him. Them are two black elders lmao that’s how they talk. Shit they can talk at the same time and still hold a conversation.
Marshayla Harris 😂😂😂😂ong
It’s an interview though. Not a conversation
I like her style of interviewing better than Vlad's
@@powderedtoastfacekillah734, thank you!
Doesn't matter! No one is here to hear her talking. We're here for John, not Luenelle.
I love this guy, he used to come into my cafe. He is honestly the most humble and pleasant celebrity I ever encountered..
Love him and he’s a prime example that black don’t crack.
How gracious & old school for John Amos to still praise Norman Lear after the guy fired him from 1 of his biggest roles ever! He's right, Norman Lear is a legend. But John Amos is a King. Forever.
The Show came to end when they killed off John Amos role "Jame Evans"Sr
Facts
I didn't watch any after he died
The show was pretty much over after Amos got the call
When Amos left the show Good Times went downhill
Interviewing individuals or people is general is a skill. With that being said, stop interrupting before the question can be fully answered.
I've never seen him interview before. Lunnell thanks for keeping it 💯! He opened a lot doors...he seemed to enjoy the interview, even the tough parts.
"See now I'm washing lettuce.....Soon I'll be on fries ,then the grill And that's when the big bucks start to roll in".
😂😂😂 I laughed at this way too hard
Man classic..
😂😂😂
@@taneekaholloway9713 😄
Son? I'm just going to tell you this one time. You wanna keep working here, stay off the drugs.
A white country girl from Canada who couldn't get enough of Good Times. Still think about how dynamic the show was! Absolutely fantastic actors! Miss it.
So sad to hear this story because John Amos was a great actor and HUGE part of the show. He was truly railroaded out.
Hell, John Amos has a large frame even in his mature years. Can you imagine a youthful John Amos asking you to go outside. Shiiiiiiiit. I love John Amos...he's a hero to me.
Best TV dad and husband ever, period. Thank you, Mr. Amos! Your acting and your integrity are tops!
You know John is problack when he refuses to be interviewed by Vlad ✊🏽
lmao
But it’s on his channel so what’s the difference 🤣
Vlad interviewed him a few years ago
Kilduce the fuck? he is black he has no choice LMAO stupid ass
@@michellejenkins4204 your the stupid one for calling copper colored people black smh, i guess master taught you well❗
#StillGotYourMind
...listening to his life experiences would be golden lessons. What a humble and dignified guy.
80 years old, looks GREAT for his age
He is a definite example of a father and a real man!
James Evans and Uncle Phil are two characters that will live decades beyond their actors. Good Times and the Fresh Prince are the two most perfect representations of American life I have ever seen. The two characters are two sides of the same coin, and I'll bet that these shows/characters will live in cinema/stage the same way Beethoven and Mozart live in music. For the next 100 years, James Evans will be the tough working class father that wants better for his kids because he's been where they are.
Timeless art that transcends generations. The most deeply human stuff that's ever been on screen. And we have men like John Amos to thank for that.
I grew up in foster care and grew up watching this show. Often times I would think, "this is how i want to raise my future family. " with the same values and morals.
His character was too important to take off the show, his exit did create “damn, damn, damn” but outside that Good Times wasn’t as good. Keith wasn’t a good replacement, I didn’t like the turmoil him & JJ had over his injury.
cipherP9 what turmoil?
MWCJM.... Keith gave JJ a hard time over his leg injury because he was expecting to get drafted into the NFL. He blamed JJ for the injury during his wedding.
I'll never forget how angry I was when he was killed off of Good Times. The show was never the same. He was truly the real dad of America!
Such a fan of his!!!!! He was great on Good Times!!!!
John Amos you reminded me of my own daddy when I watched your show, I was so blessed to have him for a dad, and the world has been blessed to have you for a dad. I love this handsome articulate gentleman, love him.
"good times" was NOT norman lear's vision! it was from the brilliant mind of eric monte! probably one of the best writers, black or white, you've never heard of! he wrote "cooley high." and "what's happening" was based on him, also. norm lear was a slick ass "culturalist!" he never had an original idea of his own! his top sitcoms were mostly adaptations of british tv and unknown plays! please research it!
svanablak you are so right!
Thanks
Thank you. I'm glad someone else is commenting of this. I'm tired of people associated with Good Times ( as well as What's Happenin') give Norman Lear, who is the epitome of culture vulture, all the credit for creating the show. Eric Monte, who is the original creator of the show, deserves way more credit for his creative ideas. But the powers that be in Hollywood refuse to give credit where credit is due. And I'm surprised and disappointed that people like John Amos don't acknowledge this unknown fact.
Eric Monte also suggested Redd Foxx to play the role of Junk Dealer to Norman Lear and Bud Yorkin before Sanford and Son was developed..! Remember, Redd Foxx played the role of a Junk Dealer in the 1970 movie called " Cotton Comes to Harlem" as Uncle Bud
@@hb120877 ABSOLUTELY!!! you are right!
Well spoken and articulated, Amos is THE man. He took hard hits, but he stood tall and strong.
Ain’t we lucky 🍀 we got em? Good Times!!!! The song that keeps playing in my head. The best show that truly impacted my life!
Mr. Amos! I appreciate the positive image you brought to every role I have seen you play.
One of the real dads on TV. One of the best. Forget Cosby. James was a hard working and loving disciplinarian.
John Amos..True Sage. Looking great and intelligent. Another true Cultural Knowledge Keeper.-Indigenous california native american.
I've always loved Goodtimes.
A friend back in highschool gave me her family's entire series collection on DVD because her dad thought it a bad representation of black people.
And yes, some elements were. But not the James element. He was such a strong black dad.
And it was an amazing show.
It wasn’t a bad representation of black people. It was reality. In fact, it was a great representation. These people were kind, classy and had high morals. They were just from the ghetto. Makes me sad that these type of people are looked down on
@@kaniajones4029 Right I absolutely agree. I hated how they had JJ in a chicken hat but other than that lol...
@@hismom5600 me too lol. That wasn’t really funny.
Not true. The problem was white america refused to look at how black american people were living in the the 1970s. You got to remember black were misrepresented and made fun of on tv. America is a different country now than it was in the 1970s........for anyone to say that is foolish. Very foolish. I grew up during that era and to say is false.....
@@franklinscarlett9698 I say a bad representation because of certain stereotypical elements within the show. Especially as the show progressed. You can tell the truth about black life without relegating us to strutting around in chicken hats. That always made me cringe. Even Esther Rolle and John Amos felt that way.
Like I said, it had it's positive points and it was a great show. But it definitely had it's offensive elements that clearly displayed how white America still saw us at the time.
John Mr. Amos Thank you for your work👏🏽👏🏽 When I was growing up you were like a father to me 🙏🏽
he looks great!!! damn near 80? on the other hand jimmy walker looks like well, yall seem em
Lmao
Jimmy Walker is an asshole in real life. If you think I'm lying meet him in an airport.
That nigga jimmy walker look like a seal😂😂😂😂
Annice Callaway Omg lol he arrogant also im like if his old ass don't go take a nap😂😂😂😂
He always looked bad, and John good.
Very rare today to find dads like James. My dad was just like him. When, I look back at the age of 57, I thank God.
After he left. It wasn't the same. He was my fave character on that show.
John.. I only watched " Good Times.." because of you.
Such talent..just a beautiful man.
I stopped when you left.
You are as handsome today as you were back then.
Norman Lear was a Visionary salute to him for giving us those unforgettable shows.
My condolences to the friends and family of John Amos
This guy is a true legend.. great actor.He should be in more Hollywood movies..
Much respect for Mr. Amos as well as Mr. Lear who decided that his qualities as an actor, as well as he was correct in his assertions, was worth another chance.
One of the most commanding actors on screen he can stare daggers into your soul and wasn't playing around
Very glad to hear that Norman Lear and John Amos made peace with each other.
He age gracefully out of all these years 💪🏾💪🏾
I loved Good Times. Asian kid, watching how black people lived was fascinating and as an Asian immigrant kid, I loved how 'American' and urban the show was. John Amos was the t.v. dad I wish my dad was sometimes and I missed him when they didn't cast him. I knew there was 'beef' because JA had that personality, you saw that come through in the show and in 'Coming to America'. Him talking about being 'tactful' about the differences in hindsight is an example about being diplomatic and timing. Good on him for acknowledging that.
A strong man that stood and stayed strong
I always love seeing people discussing the entertainment industry intellectually. It seems like these days, actors are not interviewed, but filled with public relations quotes fed to them by marketing and promotions. It feels fake and disheartening. Interviews like this are so important.
I always liked the way John Amos portrayed James Evans, Sr. in "Good Times". He really made me feel empathy for the character. James Sr. was an upright, hard working family man and did his best to keep the family afloat, despite racism and, as one episode portrayed, age discrimination. He was a Korean War veteran, and he was in the running for a very good job when the interviewer discovered he was just a little over the age limit they were looking for at the time (this being the 1970's and age discrimination was de facto "not illegal").
I really felt something when the character was killed off. The Evans family was supposed to be moving to Mississippi, and James Sr. went ahead, and word came he was killed in an automobile accident. At the time, I recall the entertainment news reported this was because of the ratings competition with "Happy Days", and the Fonzie character was at its peak popularity, "Good Times" was supposed to be revamping itself. I don't know if that was accurate, but that was one story I remember reading. I'm glad to see John Amos so vibrant and sharp, and really happy Norman Lear patched things up with him.
You can tell John Amos matured in his attitude over the years and recognized he could have been more diplomatic... most of us thought we knew it all when we were younger.
The man is close to his late eighties and still healthy and strong
Just seeing John Amos bring back so many pleasant memories, it’s like he is my own father. I wish he could stay young and God protect him.
The early seasons of Good times are truly great. Once John left the show became complete trash.
He definitely made the show
We need channels like this..I grew up on goodtimes I would of never known I was too young
Luenell doing the interviews! Dope af!! 🔥🔥🔥
Great interview!!!
I'm 57 and remember watching that show!!
His 4 second long cameo in "Uncut Gems" was actually hilarious.
John Amos reminds me so much of my own (Italian) father which is part of why I loved Good Times.
anybody else wish he was ur dad or granddad😭🤧
Well that's a hard one. Can't say I wanted to Get a beating . Lmfao.
L3t Me lmaooo oh shit! i forgot about that
@@Amvndah yea. It was not joke. He was beating they asz out one room into the next! All u heard poppa don't beat me no more😅😅!
Ion know ....but then again it would have been nice to have a pops at all 🤣🤣 ...fr though
& I’m White LOL. He was a Sweet dad
damn... Damn... DAMN!!!!
One of the greatest moments in TV History
The most beloved tv dad ever. Good Times was never the same after he left the show.
I've always loved Mr. Amos' work; what an awesome cool guy he seems. This interview is excellent.