Richard Roundtree dead: Star of Shaft film franchise - Los Angeles Times

Often heralded as the first Black action hero, Roundtree shot to superstardom with his portrayal of private eye and smooth lady’s man John Shaft in 1971's "Shaft."
Often heralded as the first Black action hero, Roundtree shot to superstardom with his portrayal of private eye and smooth lady’s man John Shaft in 1971's Shaft.

Richard Roundtree dead: Star of Shaft film franchise - Los

Shaft actor Richard Roundtree dies, aged 81 - Gold

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Richard Roundtree, the star of the 1970s “Shaft” film franchise

Richard Roundtree, the star of the 1970s “Shaft” film franchise

Richard Roundtree, model and actor who caused a sensation as the

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Richard Roundtree dead: Trailblazing star of 'Shaft' movies was 81

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