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John Amos (December 27, 1939 – August 21, 2024) was an American actor and retired football player. He is best known for his role as the adult Kunta Kinte in the landmark miniseries "Roots" and for portraying James Evans Sr. on the CBS television series "Good Times." He was nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award and an NAACP Image Award. On film, he played numerous supporting roles in movies such as "The Beastmaster" (1982), "Coming to America" (1988), "Lock Up" (1989), "Die Hard 2" (1990) and "Coming 2 America" (2021). Prior to acting, he played on the Colorado State Rams football team and in 1964, he signed a free agent contract with the American Football League's Denver Broncos and in 1967 signed a free agent contract with the American Football League's Kansas City Chiefs. Both of these contracts did not land him a spot on the teams and played a final season in the Continental Football League with the Victoria Steelers before pursuing acting.
Time passed since Wayne's won over Montana. John enjoying a peaceful life with Rose and kids. John grapples with the his injuries, with retirement and the haunting memories of the final match. He attempts to find purpose and meaning beyond boxing, faces unexpected challenges. His health becomes a pressing concern. Additionally, the film explores the impact of fame on his personal life. Parallelly, there's a subplot involving the next gen of boxers, including John's son, Ronnie, who expresses an interest in following in his father's footsteps. John protect his son from danger of ring. He discovers that the boxing world is evolving, with new talents emerging. Amidst these changes, Trevor "Reaper" Norton, Montana's former protegé, seeks revenge against John, blaming him for all. He slanders Jihn, his family and colleagues. He holds protests against them and the entire boxing organization, claiming it was a murder and act of terrorism. Meanwhile, Shestorkin fought Shadow for WBA and won. Norton vandalise and even verbally attacks Rose. sprays their fence red, threatens Wayne with death. Norton won the IBF and is temporarily suspended from further bouts due to his conduct after the bout. Norton challenges Wayne. Wayne accepts, everyone told him dont do it, fears for him, he is going to die in his condition. Scott won WBC, defended IBO with Baer. Fight is coming. Norton is shot dead in his car. There is no evidence. In the last scene, Sully is at home with a gun on the table.
