RIP Richard Roundtree: On Tuesday afternoon, October 24, at the age of 81, Richard Roundtree, who broke ground with his signature role in the ‘Shaft’ movie franchise, passed away. His daughter Nicole made the information public. Richard was a dear and supportive friend to so many who had the opportunity of spending time with him.
Richard Roundtree Cause Of Death
Richard died with his family by his side after a brief battle with pancreatic cancer.
Statement From Tamela D’Amico:
“Funny how The Universe works. This popped up on my phone for no reason at all today and wouldn’t you know it, I’m sad to say that we lost Tree this afternoon. There will only ever be one Richard Roundtree. #SHAFT. He will always be the man! What a legacy he left to this town,industry and his family. All my love to those who loved him especially @billyvera who introduced us. Beyond being a great talent in front of the camera he was also a talented photographer and knew how to give great pointers. I will cherish this photo forever.”
Biography
Born in 1942 in New Rochelle, New York, Roundtree began his acting career in blaxploitation films in the early 1970s, including Shaft. His roles as investigator John Shaft in the 1971 action film Shaft’s Big Score! (1972), Shaft in Africa (1973), and the brief Shaft TV series (1973) are what made him most famous.
For his role in the first movie, Roundtree was nominated for a Golden Globe for New Star of the Year, and he is regarded as the first Black action hero.
During a time when there were not many Black men in the public eye, Mr. Roundtree was the Black superhero that everyone needed.
Funeral
We will update isinfo24.com when Richard’s funeral arrangements become public. According to Richard’s family members, no preparations have been made yet. His death is still being processed. When the entire facts about his death and funeral arrangements become available, we will update them here, so keep checking back so you don’t miss out.
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