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Oct 30, 2019 · Arts Oct 30, 2019 8:57 AM EDT. LOS ANGELES (AP) — Actor-comedian John Witherspoon, who memorably played Ice Cube’s father in the “Friday” films, has died. He was 77. Witherspoon’s ...
Oct 30, 2019 · John Witherspoon, the veteran actor and comedian best known for his roles in “ Friday ,” “House Party” and “Boomerang,” died on Tuesday. He was 77. “It is with deep sadness we have ...
Oct 30, 2019 · 0:39. LOS ANGELES – Actor-comedian John Witherspoon, who memorably played Ice Cube ’s father in the “Friday” films, has died. Witherspoon’s manager Alex Goodman confirmed late Tuesday ...
Oct 30, 2019 · John Witherspoon death: Friday actor and stand-up comedian dies aged 77. Star’s most notable role was as Willie Jones in the Friday franchise. Ellie Harrison. Wednesday 30 October 2019 08:19 GMT.
John Witherspoon was an African-American actor from Detroit, Michigan known for playing Granddad from The Boondocks and Willie Jones from the Friday trilogy. He also acted in Boomerang, Little Nicky, Soul Plane, Vampire in Brooklyn, Black Jesus and The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air. He passed away in October 29, 2019 due to a heart attack.
Oct 30, 2019 · Actor and comedian John Witherspoon, whose hilarious takes on father-figure characters made for iconic scenes in a number of movies and television shows including “Friday,” died at his home ...
Nov 13, 2019 · Celebrated “Friday” actor John Witherspoon died on Oct. 30, and his death certificate, released earlier this week, offers insight on what led to his passing last month at age 77.
