Another development in the John Amos saga, but grab a Kleenex

After the sad and surprising death of beloved actor John Amos left his immediate family and fans in shambles because of personal drama that followed just days after — there is finally a positive update.

In an Instagram post on TuesdayAmos’ daughter Shannon revealed that a date had finally been set for a memorial for her late father. This news comes two months after the “Good Times” actor’s death on August 21. If you’re wondering why a memorial is being held so late, allow us to remind you the shocking allegations we all learned about earlier this month when Shannon and other family members claimed that only they only learned of the star’s passing along with the rest of the world through the media on October 2.

What followed immediately after there were even wilder accusations that Shannon’s brother KC — who Shannon has been back and forth with about elder abuse claims regarding their father — deliberately withheld the news of his death, his death certificate, information about how he died and cremated the veteran actor “to avoid any potential investigation. in the conditions surrounding his last days”.

Despite that, it now looks like fans and family will get a chance to properly mourn the ‘Roots’ star at the end of November. According to Shannon’s post, the event will take place on November 23rd at the elder Amos’ alma mater in New Jersey. The tribute is intended to honor “not only his achievements as an actor and athlete, but also his enduring commitment to his family, his hometown and the causes he supported.” The event will also be streamed live.

“Although we may have heard the news late, we are sending my father’s spirit home with a beautiful Celebration of Life and Legacy,” Shannon wrote in the post.

“Known the world over as ‘America’s Father,’ John Amos broke barriers with his roles in Good Times, Roots, The West Wing and Coming to America. Off screen, he was a passionate humanitarian – advocating for disabled children and joining forces with Nelson Mandela in the fight to end apartheid,” she added.

In addition, the event will also include “selected speakers, musical performances and a video tribute to celebrate his extraordinary life and legacy.” Amos died at age 84 of congestive heart failure.