Also Known As: Louis Cameron Gossett, Jr., Louis Gossett, Jr., Louis Cameron Gossett Jr.
Louis Gossett Jr.
📍Born in Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA
Biography
Louis Gossett Jr. (May 27, 1936 – March 29, 2024) was an American film and television actor, best known for his role as Gunnery Sergeant Emil Foley in the movie "An Officer and a Gentleman" and as Fiddler in the television miniseries "Roots". He won an Academy Award, an Emmy Award, and two Golden Globe Awards in an acting career that spanned over five decades.
Known For
Iron Eagle III
as Charles 'Chappy' Sinclair
Freeman
as Rex
The 50 Greatest Television Dramas
as Self
The Principal
as Jake Phillips
An Officer and a Gentleman
as Sergeant Emil Foley
Toy Soldiers
as Dean Parker
Momentum
as Raymond Addison
The Deep
as Henri Cloche
Iron Eagle
as Charles 'Chappy' Sinclair
Finders Keepers
as Century
Delgo
as King Zahn (voice)
Skin Game
as Jason O'Rourke
Crew Work
Inside
Executive Producer
In His Father's Shoes
Executive Producer
For Love of Olivia
Executive Producer
To Dance with Olivia
Executive Producer
The Color of Love: Jacey's Story
Executive Producer
IF
In Memory Of
A Father for Charlie
Executive Producer
Love Songs
Director
📌 Quick Info
Born
May 27, 1936
Place of Birth
Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA
Department
Acting
Popularity
2.3
Also Known As
📊 Career Stats
220
Acting Roles
10
Crew Roles
145
Movies
75
TV Shows