John Amos’ Daughter Says She Found Out About Dad’s Death Through the Media

John Amos’ daughter, Shannon Amos, says her family was ‘left with questions’ about his death, in a tribute on Instagram. The ‘Roots’ and ‘Good Times’ actor died on Aug. 21, but it wasn’t announced until Oct. 1, which Shannon revealed was also when she learned of her father’s death through the media.