Iconic 'Shaft' star Richard Roundtree dies at 81
Richard Roundtree is considered to be the first Black action hero with his portrayal of John Shaft.
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Richard Roundtree is considered to be the first Black action hero with his portrayal of John Shaft.
Richard Roundtree, the actor known for his roles in "Shaft" and "Roots," died at age 81.
Richard Roundtree, the groundbreaking Black actor who starred as the iconic private detective John Shaft in several films beginning in the early 1970s,...
Roundtree has the distinction of being among a handful of actors who enjoyed top billing with his first-ever screen credit.
Roundtree has the distinction of being among a handful of actors who enjoyed top billing with his first-ever screen credit.