John Witherspoon

John Witherspoon's Cause of Death Revealed

John Witherspoon's Cause of Death Revealed

Witherspoon's death certificate states that his immediate cause of death was myocardial infarction, a medical term for a heart attack.

John Witherspoon's Celebration of Life: David Letterman, Ice Cube, Chris Tucker & More Honor the Late Comic

John Witherspoon's Celebration of Life: David Letterman, Ice Cube and More Honor the Late Comic

David Letterman, Ice Cube and Chris Tucker were among the celebrities attending a memorial service in honor of the actor.

Remembering John Witherspoon: A Look Back at 'America's Dad' on 'Friday' Set (Exclusive)

Remembering John Witherspoon: A Look Back at 'America's Dad' on 'Friday' Set

Beloved actor John Witherspoon has died, but his legacy as America's dad will live on.

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Behind the Scenes of 'Friday' With John Witherspoon (Flashback)

Behind the Scenes of 'Friday' With John Witherspoon (Flashback)

Witherspoon died at the age of 77 on Oct. 29, 2019.

John Witherspoon Dies: Ice Cube, Marlon Wayans and More Celebs React

Ice Cube, Marlon Wayans and More Honor Late Actor John Witherspoon

The 'Friday' star passed away at age 77.

John Witherspoon, Beloved 'Friday' and 'The Wayans Bros.' Star, Dead at 77

John Witherspoon, Beloved 'Friday' and 'The Wayans Bros.' Star, Dead at 77

The actor died at his home in Sherman Oaks on Tuesday.

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