In a heartfelt remembrance, Samuel L. Jackson mourns the loss of his co-star, Richard Roundtree, who passed away at the age of 81. The two actors had shared the screen in the 2019 action film “Shaft.” Jackson took to Instagram to honor Roundtree, sharing a photo of the duo from the movie’s set. He praised Roundtree’s contribution to the iconic character, Shaft, and expressed the profound impact he had on their hearts and the film industry. Roundtree’s manager, Patrick McMinn, acknowledged the pioneering role his client played in advancing African American leading men in cinema, underscoring his enduring influence on the entertainment world.
Samuel L. Jackson pays tribute to late co-star Richard roundtree.
