**"Good Times" Star John Amos Dies at 84 Due to Congestive Heart Failure**

John Amos, renowned for his role in the iconic TV series "Good Times" and the celebrated miniseries "Roots," has died at the age of 84. His cause of death, congestive heart failure, was detailed in a death certificate obtained by TMZ, which also noted that no autopsy was conducted. Amos was cremated on August 30, following his passing on August 21.

Despite John Amos' death occurring in August, it was only on October 1 that his son, Kelly Christopher "K.C." Amos, publicly confirmed the news. In a heartfelt statement shared with Deadline, K.C. Amos praised his father as a man with "the kindest heart and a heart of gold." He shared how John Amos was cherished by fans as their beloved TV father and celebrated the significant legacy he left in television and film.

K.C. Amos also reflected on his father's enduring passion for acting, highlighting his most recent work in "Suits LA" where he portrayed himself, and their collaborative documentary "America's Dad," which chronicled John Amos' journey as an actor. In an emotional tribute, K.C. acknowledged his father's roles not just as a parent but as his best friend and hero.

Amid the tributes, family tensions surfaced. Shannon Amos, John Amos' daughter, revealed through an October 1 Instagram post that she had learned of her father's death through media reports, 45 days after the event. Shannon expressed the family's struggle with the news and the wave of emotions it triggered, calling for a focus on honoring and celebrating her father's life.

Shannon Amos' revelation comes against the backdrop of prior allegations against her brother. In 2023, she had accused K.C. of elder abuse, alleging he had taken control of their father's affairs, neglected his medical needs, and isolated him from friends and family. These claims, Shannon said, had profound effects on their family and John Amos' long-time acquaintances.

The Amos family continues to navigate their grief, honoring John Amos' enduring legacy in television and film while grappling with the unanswered questions surrounding his passing.