John Witherspoon
9th Annual Memorial Weekend Comedy Festival
Ice Cube, Bill Bellamy, Maxine Waters & More Gather To Say Goodbye To John Witherspoon

Last week, Hollywood lost one of the funniest and hardest-working men when John Witherspoon (77) died from cardiac arrest. The news of his passing shocked the entertainment world. All of his friends, family, and colleagues immediately shared how much of an impact he had on their lives. Tuesday (Nov.6) Black Hollywood’s elite and his family […]
by Bernard Beanz Smalls
The Front 11.06.19
Memorial Weekend Comedy Festival
John Witherspoon Almost Turned Down The Role Of “Grandad” On The Boondocks

There’s a saying when a comedian dies, the world gets a little less funny. That’s what happened when John Witherspoon, better known by his name on The Wayans Brothers Pops, died on October 29th. Two of his most notable roles are playing Craig’s Dad in the movie “Friday” Willie Jones, and his role as “Grandad” […]
by Darryl Darby
TV/Film 11.05.19
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“Yitadee”: Our 15 Favorite On-Screen Moments From John Witherspoon

It’s been two days since the passing of John Witherspoon, and the gaping hole his death left will be hard…
by Bernard Beanz Smalls
The Front 11.01.19
9th Annual Memorial Weekend Comedy Festival
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Actor and Comedian John Witherspoon Dies at 77

Actor and comedian John Witherspoon, who is best known for his role as Ice Cube’s father in the “Friday” films, has died at 77-years-old. The…
by Team CASSIUS
The Front 10.30.19
Sony Pictures Television "The Boondocks" Launch Party
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John Witherspoon Says ‘The Boondocks’ Will Return for a Fifth Season

The Aaron McGruder-created series was last seen on television without his involvement in 2014.
by Chris Mac
Recent 05.31.19