Richard Roundtree Biography
Richard Arnold Roundtree (July 9, 1942 – October 24, 2023) was an American actor. He is noted as being "the first black action hero" for his portrayal of private detective John Shaft in the 1971 film Shaft, and its four sequels, released between 1972 and 2019. For his performance in the original film, he was nominated for the Golden Globe Award for New Star of the Year – Actor in 1972.
Roundtree died of pancreatic cancer at his home in Los Angeles. He was cremated at Chapel of the Pines Crematory. His family hosted a memorial service for him at Saint Catherine African Methodist Episcopal Church in New Rochelle, New York on February 17, 2024.
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Determined Warning from John Shaft
John Shaft: [While carrying an automatic, high-powered shotgun to hold the villains at bay]
Once this baby starts kicking, it ain't gonna stop. So nobody get cute!
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A Tense Exchange on Loyalty and Intentions
Assistant V.P. Trueman:
You've helped this office out before.
Brendan:
No, I gave you Jerr to see him eaten, not to see you fed.
Assistant V.P. Trueman:
Fine. Very well put.
Brendan:
Accelerated English, Mrs. Kasprzyk.
Assistant V.P. Trueman:
Tough teacher.
Brendan:
Tough, but fair.
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