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Louis Gossett Jr.

PersonMay 27, 1936 - Mar 29, 2024 (died age 87)Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA

American actor (1936–2024)

Person Rank
May 29, 2026
#5,646
Most popular person
Buzz Score
May 29, 2026
1.1
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Louis Gossett Jr.

Louis Cameron Gossett Jr. (born May 27, 1936) is an American actor known for his extensive career in film and television. Born in Coney Island, Brooklyn, New York City, Gossett made his stage debut at the age of 17 in a school production. He went on to audition and land roles on Broadway, including the play 'Take a Giant Step.' Gossett made his screen debut in the 1961 film adaptation of 'A Raisin in the Sun.' He gained widespread recognition for his role as Fiddler in the 1977 miniseries 'Roots,' winning an Emmy Award. Gossett won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor in 1982 for his performance in 'An Officer and a Gentleman,' becoming the first black actor to win this award.

Rank#5,646
Buzz Score1.1
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Known ForActing
Born1936
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Daily update · May 29, 2026

Louis Gossett Jr. ranks #5,646 most popular person with a Buzz Score of 1.1. Louis Gossett Jr. peaked at #886 of all time (Mar 29 - Apr 27, 2024). Louis Gossett Jr. ranks #4,507 over the past 365 days.

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Louis Gossett Jr.

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Ranks on May 29, 2026

Overall popularity
#5,646
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Peak, 1-year, and top-chart days
Peak Buzz Score
31.1
#886Overall rank
Mar 29 - Apr 27, 2024
1-Year Buzz Score
1.3
#4,507Overall rank
Last 365 days
Days at #1
0
Past 365 days
Days in Top 10
0
Past 365 days
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Louis Gossett Jr. Buzz Score History
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