One of Hollywood's most versatile actors, Louis Gossett Jr. entertained audiences with his work for over 8 decades on stage and screen. Tonight we pay tribute to this legendary star who passed away earlier this year. Join us beginning at 8pm ET with AN OFFICER AND A GENTLEMAN. | Turner Classic Movies: TCM

The iconic Louis Gossett Jr. | HBO

Louis Gossett, Jr. as the tough-hearted drill sergeant Emil Foley in 1982's 'An Officer and a Gentleman' which won him the Best Supporting Actor Oscar at the 55th Academy Awards. | The Academy

RIP Louis Gossett Jr. is a highly acclaimed actor known for his versatile performances across film, television, and stage. He has received numerous awards throughout his career, including an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role as Gunnery Sergeant Emil Foley in the film “An Officer and a Gentleman” (1982). Gossett has also starred in iconic roles such as Fiddler in the miniseries “Roots” (1977), which earned him an Emmy Award, and as Jeriba “Jerry” Shigan in the science fiction f