Actor John Amos

John Amos
Photo of actor John Amos

Some actors leave an indelible mark on the history of cinema, and John Amos is one of them. Born on 27th December 1939 in Newark, New Jersey, USA, he went from being a little-known artist to a world idol.

His best works, such as «Die Hard 2», «Coming to America», «Lock Up» and «Coming 2 America», will forever remain in the memory of viewers. He became a symbol of an entire era, and his work continues to inspire millions.

Place of birth
Newark, New Jersey, USA Newark, New Jersey, USA
Date of birth
27th December 1939
Movies that starred John Amos (6 in total)
Coming 2 America poster

Coming 2 America [2021]

Cleo McDowell
Madea's Witness Protection poster

Madea's Witness Protection [2012]

Pastor Nelson
Dr. Dolittle 3 poster

Dr. Dolittle 3 [2006]

Jud
Die Hard 2 poster

Die Hard 2 [1990]

Major Grant
Lock Up poster

Lock Up [1989]

Captain Meissner
Coming to America poster

Coming to America [1988]

Cleo McDowell