Good Times Cast Where Are They Now?
Here is the list of the cast’s name and their character.
Cast | Character |
Esther Rolle | Florida Evans |
John Amos | James Evans |
Ja'Net DuBois | Willona Woods |
Ralph Carter | Michael Evans |
Bern Nadette Stanis | Thelma Evans Anderson |
Jimmie Walker | James "J.J." Evans Jr. |
Johnny Brown | Nathan Bookman |
Janet Jackson | Millicent "Penny" Gordon Woods |
Ben Powers | Keith Anderson |
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Where Is The Cast Of Good Times Now?
Esther Rolle as Florida Evans
Esther Rolle portrayed Florida Evans, the matriarch of the Evans household. Florida and her husband James are working-class parents who live in a Chicago housing complex while raising their three children. Rolle is most recognized for her appearance on Good Times and her character on the show's parent sitcom, Maude. Roll died in 1998, only nine days after turning 78, from diabetic complications.
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John Amos as James Evans
Florida Evans' husband, James Evans Sr., was played by John Amos. James is a Korean War veteran who struggles to find a job owing to his lack of schooling in the episode. Despite his willingness to support and provide for his family, he found it difficult to find continuous work, and the family frequently struggled financially. After three seasons, Amos departed the program owing to creative disputes with creator Norman Lear; the actor went on to feature in the 1977 miniseries Roots, for which he received an Emmy nomination. Amos presently resides in Tewksbury Township, New Jersey, with his two adult children.
Ja'Net DuBois as Willona Woods
Ja'Net DuBois portrayed the spunky Willona Woods, an Evans family confidante, and close friend. DuBois is a singer-songwriter and dancer; she co-wrote and sung The Jeffersons theme song and has been in several films, including Charlie's Angels: Full Throttle and dozens of television programs. The actress had two children; however, her son Raj Kristo Gupta died of cancer in 1987. According to Meaww, he died at the age of 36. DuBois died of cardiac arrest on February 17, 2020, at her home in Glendale, California.
Ralph Carter as Michael Evans
Ralph Carter portrayed Michael Evans, the youngest child of Florida, and James Evans. Although he is most remembered for his part on Good Times, Carter's career did not begin on television; he appeared in the musical "The Me Nobody Knows at the age of nine." According to ABC 7, he went on to play roles in theatre musicals such as "Tough to Get Help," "Dude," and "Via Galactica." He also released an album called When You're Young and in Love, which he debuted on Soul Train. Carter is now retired from performing and lives a calm life in New York with his family.
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Bern Nadette Stanis as Thelma Evans Anderson
Thelma Ann Evans–Anderson, played by Bernadette Stanis, was Evans' only daughter. Following her stint on the program, Stanis went on to write five books: Situations 101: Relationships, The Good, The Bad, & The Ugly, For Men Only, Situations 101: Finances, and The Last Night. Her most recent acting credits are from 2015 and 2016 and include the television series Black Jesus and the film "36 Hour Layover," also known as "No Regrets."
Jimmie Walker as James "J.J." Evans Jr.
Jimmie Walker played the Evans' eldest son, James "JJ" Evans Jr. Walker was nominated for a Golden Globe in 1975 and 1976 for Best Supporting Actor in a Television Series for his performance as J.J., as well as for writing the catchphrase "Dy-no-mite!" Walker now travels the country promoting his stand-up comedy show. He's also a vocal backer of President Donald Trump (and a staunch critic of former President Barack Obama).
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