“Rest in Peace”: Mourning the Loss of His “Idol”, Magic Johnson Joins Samuel L. Jackson and More in Honoring “Shaft” Star

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Richard Roundtree passed away earlier this week. He succumbed to pancreatic cancer. He was 81. After this news went public, several notable people, including Magic Johnson and Samuel L. Jackson, sent their condolences to his family.

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Magic Johnson bids farewell to his childhood idol

On Tuesday, October 24th, the world lost the very first John Shaft. Richard Roundtree passed away at his home in Los Angeles. After this sad news, Magic took to X to convey his condolences and admiration for the legendary actor. The Lakers legend added, “Rest in peace to one of the greats. Cookie and I are praying for Richard’s family and loved ones!”

Samuel L. Jackson pays homage to his ‘uncle’

In 2000, Samuel L. Jackson took on the role of John Shaft II in a Shaft remake, with Richard Roundtree appearing as Uncle John Shaft. Jackson paid tribute to Roundtree, calling him "The Prototype" and "The Best To Ever Do It."

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“Rest in Peace”: Mourning the Loss of His “Idol”, Magic Johnson Joins Samuel L. Jackson and More in Honoring “Shaft” Star

Richard Roundtree passed away earlier this week. He succumbed to pancreatic cancer. He was 81. After this news went public, several notable people, including Magic Johnson and Samuel L. Jackson, sent their condolences to his family.

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“Rest in Peace”: Mourning the Loss of His “Idol”, Magic Johnson Joins Samuel L. Jackson and More in Honoring “Shaft” Star

Richard Roundtree passed away earlier this week. He succumbed to pancreatic cancer. He was 81. After this news went public, several notable people, including Magic Johnson and Samuel L. Jackson, sent their condolences to his family.

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Magic Johnson bids farewell to his childhood idol

Samuel L. Jackson pays homage to his ‘uncle’

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