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Richard Roundtree, the actor known for his role as John Shaft in the 'Shaft' film series, has died at the age of 81. Roundtree's death was confirmed by various sources, including Reuters and the New York Times. He was remembered and paid tribute to by fellow actors Samuel L. Jackson, Gabrielle Union, and Taraji P. Henson. Roundtree's career spanned over four decades, and he remained active even after his iconic role in 'Shaft.'
11 years ago. He was 79. RIP https://t.co/u5lH5lCuRt
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“Shaft,” starring Richard Roundtree, created a template for Black action protagonists onscreen. Here are eight of those movies to stream. https://t.co/dHcThRBxHS
The only male child of the actor Yul Brynner, Rock Brynner built a peripatetic career as a writer, historian, novelist, playwright and roadie for the Band. He has died at 76. https://t.co/iisJqcu9Nh
Rock Brynner, whose life as a road manager for the Band, bodyguard for Muhammad Ali, farmer, pilot, street performer, novelist and professor overshadowed that he was the son of the actor Yul Brynner, has died at 76. https://t.co/kboZjRHAPQ
While indelibly tied to his starring role in “Shaft,” Richard Roundtree remained active for more than four decades afterward. https://t.co/25767HDawv
While indelibly tied to his starring role in “Shaft,” Richard Roundtree remained active for more than four decades afterward. https://t.co/FFkdpSx29H
Rock Brynner Dies: Yul Brynner’s Son, Writer, Teacher, Bodyguard To Muhammad Ali Was 76 https://t.co/VOcwM8cAP1
The only male child of the actor Yul Brynner, Rock Brynner built a peripatetic career as a writer, historian, novelist, playwright and roadie for the Band. He has died at 76. https://t.co/q9OP7kN6gI
The only male child of the actor Yul Brynner, Rock Brynner built a peripatetic career as a writer, historian, novelist, playwright and roadie for the Band. He has died at 76. https://t.co/rVblZNwJDU
The only male child of the actor Yul Brynner, Rock Brynner built a peripatetic career as a writer, historian, novelist, playwright and roadie for the Band. He has died at 76. https://t.co/8lmmMYa09P
Richard Roundtree, star of cult movie #Shaft and so much more, has died aged 81. Read Empire's obituary: https://t.co/cwew7RFIic https://t.co/2V6CO3e75p
Richard Roundtree, the action-movie hero best known for starring in the “Shaft” movie franchise, has died https://t.co/P3TVcvqtmO
Richard Roundtree, the actor who starred in the popular Shaft series and who is famously referred to as the "first black action hero", dies at age 81. https://t.co/nZ3ICoSsRP
Richard Roundtree dies at 81 https://t.co/JteH6LKIuW
Growing up as a little boy, Richard Roundtree was the man we idolized because he was so cool on and off the screen. When Richard starred in Shaft, we all lost our minds! Rest in peace to one of the greats. Cookie and I are praying for Richard’s family and loved ones! 🙏🏾
Samuel L. Jackson Enthusiastically Honors ‘Shaft’ Costar Richard Roundtree: ‘The Best to Ever Do It’ 🔻🔻🔻 https://t.co/0zENcqX0VH
If the coolest PI in movie history wasn't Bogart in "The Maltese Falcon," it was definitely THIS guy in "Shaft": https://t.co/poAi3oLP0T R.I.P.
RIP Richard Roundtree 1942-2023 #Shaft https://t.co/SrIilqmrk9
Richard Roundtree, the trailblazing actor who starred as the ultra-smooth private detective in several “Shaft” films beginning in the early 1970s, has died. He was 81. https://t.co/EWiMK0FMb3
Richard Roundtree, 'Shaft' star and Blaxploitation icon, dead at 81 https://t.co/yJqvqQIAhj https://t.co/3MJoaYZ1pt
"Shaft" star Richard Roundtree, the trailblazing actor who starred as the ultra-smooth private detective in several “Shaft” films beginning in the early 1970s, has died. He was 81. https://t.co/fxX9Rrdcck
Godspeed, Richard Roundtree. Icon https://t.co/jY2F5okAwP
SHOWBIZ MINUTE: Richard Roundtree - Mary J Blige - Michelle Obama https://t.co/ZDGuNe93pF
Richard Roundtree's career in photos after his death at 81: From Shaft to Being Mary Jane and Family Reunion https://t.co/CMjN2oVHvU https://t.co/sOROQZuNeI
Renowned actor Richard Roundtree passed away at age 81 https://t.co/UeyLkWtvTb https://t.co/dFjbZthUen
Samuel L. Jackson, Gabrielle Union and Taraji P. Henson are among those paying tribute to Richard Roundtree after his death. https://t.co/jIR8MwjBFU
Richard Roundtree, who starred in classic Shaft series, dies aged 81 https://t.co/NixijmJN9b
Who's the cat that won't cop out when there's danger all about? SHAFT! Right on... Richard Roundtree. Requisicat. https://t.co/sMHrrhUZn6 https://t.co/jGp4gIJ55L
Farewell, #RichardRoundtree and #JohnShaft. :-(
You’ll likely read or hear with Richard Roundtree’s death that Shaft helped ignite blaxploitation films. But the first Shaft never fit the definition of that genre.
The passing of Richard Roundtree is a real blow. Loved being around him, learning, working, laughing & feeling Blessed to have an idol live up to who I expected him to be!! Thanks for making us feel REAL GOOD about ourselves! Rest In Power‼️‼️‼️👊🏾👊🏾👊🏾🤎🤎 https://t.co/yQq6SXyn9K
Samuel L. Jackson shares tribute to Richard Roundtree: “SHAFT, as we know it is & will always be His Creation!" Story: https://t.co/SNl7iydaRT https://t.co/SNl7iydaRT
R.I.P. Richard Roundtree, dead at 81. He lit up the screen as “Shaft.” https://t.co/NDx4TwYpPh #RichardRoundtree https://t.co/xfyaj8Dc2L
Richard Roundtree, Black action hero who played 'Shaft,' dead at 81 https://t.co/kQsrYLXI07 https://t.co/lpJ7TRN1HD
Samuel L. Jackson has paid tribute to #Shaft star Richard Roundtree, who died Tuesday afternoon at age 81. "Richard Roundtree, The Prototype, The Best To Ever Do It!! SHAFT, as we know it is & will always be His Creation!!" https://t.co/yDLj21UXDk https://t.co/Aik0h6qunN
'Shaft' Star Richard Roundtree Remembered by Samuel L. Jackson, Gabrielle Union and More: 'The Best to Ever Do It' https://t.co/Y9UzuRXQdi
Richard Roundtree: Gabrielle Union, Carl Weathers & More Pay Tribute To 'Shaft' Actor https://t.co/eB4M04eLOm
Samuel L. Jackson, Gabrielle Union and Taraji P. Henson Remember Richard Roundtree: "The Best To Ever Do It” https://t.co/1jekkFp84x
Richard Roundtree, a trailblazing Black actor who played the private eye John Shaft in the ‘Shaft’ films of the 1970s and also took on dramatic roles dealing with race relations in America, dies aged 81 https://t.co/tjeSNRy1zC
Richard Roundtree, the actor most famous for portraying the iconic blaxploitation hero John Shaft across five 'Shaft' movies, has died following a battle with pancreatic cancer at age 81. https://t.co/WWCPbcWyuW
‘Shaft’ star Richard Roundtree dead at 81 after battle with pancreatic cancer https://t.co/hiWy0GzAfR https://t.co/uNRsLmVsrQ
'Shaft' Star Richard Roundtree Remembered by Samuel L. Jackson: 'The Best to Ever Do It' https://t.co/Y9UzuRXQdi
Remembering Richard Roundtree: A Career In Photos From ‘Shaft’ To ‘Roots’ To ‘Being Mary Jane’ & ‘Family Reunion’ https://t.co/CxkCcVWRNL
God bless all associated with the Great & Legendary Richard Roundtree "Shaft" He was truly 1 of my childhood heroes. He was Him!!!!! https://t.co/qsgNnpFizi
RIP Richard Roundtree. Iconic as Shaft, of course, but my favorite performance of his is a very brief one, in Rian Johnson’s BRICK. He plays a high school VP who is *just barely* tolerating Joseph Gordon Levitt’s bullshit. https://t.co/SvNr1j6uDe
R.I.P. Richard Roundtree, the eternally cool star of Shaft https://t.co/f2fA9eBBUf https://t.co/KOlIngRV9x
Samuel L. Jackson Remembers 'Shaft' Star Richard Roundtree: "The Best To Ever Do It" https://t.co/piG59AQKPS
#RIPRichardRoundtree Shaft ... a bad mutha (shut your mouth) https://t.co/J7C63ImVGD
We're saddened to learn of the passing of Richard Roundtree, #Shaft star and Hollywood's first Black action hero. May he rest in peace. https://t.co/vCTiiPoibk
Damn, not Shaft! #RIP Richard Roundtree. #RichardRoundtree https://t.co/n1xqERzySY
If you want to know how unique Richard Roundtree was, as great as he is, Samuel L. Jackson was the lesser Shaft. https://t.co/q88IGlUXE6