[11] VelJohnson has made guest appearances in several TV shows, including The Equalizer, Diagnosis: Murder, Twice in a Lifetime, Will & Grace, Monk, CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, Eve, Crossing Jordan, The Parkers, That's So Raven, and Bones. Two sources for his death include: https://www.jazzinstitut.de/jazznews/?lang=en and https://www.derbund.ch/der-jazz-gigant-der-bern-beehrte-924411489586, Last edited on 30 November 2022, at 22:30, https://www.jazzinstitut.de/jazznews/?lang=en, https://www.derbund.ch/der-jazz-gigant-der-bern-beehrte-924411489586, Live at the Theatre Boulogne-Billancourt/Paris, Vol. TMZ has since reported that Mahoney's death caused by multiple health complications, which included brain disease and lung cancer. Their mother subsequently married John Reilly. ET, Sept. 20 A ctor and comedian Anthony "AJ" Johnson has reportedly died at the age of 56. UPDATED: 7:00 p.m. In both the comic and the television series, the main character attends a high school named after the actor, and the character itself is named after his previous role of Carl Winslow from Family Matters. Structural Info Filmography Profession Actor Known for movies Platoon (1986) as Junior The Principal (1987) as Jojo Seven Hours to Judgment (1988) as Chino Private War (1988) as Cal Liston Source IMDB Wikipedia Tags Rapper Offset and comedians Michael Blackson and Lil Rel Howery contributed to the account, which will help cover Johnson's funeral costs. According to HipHopWired, Johnson was found lifeless in a Los Angeles store in. Al Powell. Johnson's wife says he had no life insurance policy prior to his death and she's only raised $1100 in GoFundMe and CashApp donations thus far. Please call me since I don't know where you are staying. To My Aunt Caroline & Family , I know you will miss your loved one . pic.twitter.com . Reginald VelJohnson is better remembered for his role as Carl Winslow on the sitcom "Family Matters." During his time in Hollywood, he has faced many rumors about his personal life, including one claiming his death. Were gonna have a service. VelJohnson is the voice-over of the syndicated repeats, closing each Family Matters episode with "Family Matters is a Miller-Boyett Production, in association with Lorimar Television (1989-1993)/Warner Bros. Television (1993-1998) and is distributed by Warner Bros. Reginald VelJohnson at K.I.S. There will be a Viewing on Saturday, January 6, 2018 from 3:00 to 4:00pm followed by Funeral Service at 4:00pm at Riley-Antoine Funeral Home 171 Humboldt Ave., Dorchester, MA . You have funeral questions, we have answers. [9] He came from New York to California to film it for nine months, which was so long that he just ended up residing in California permanently thereafter. Carl Winslow Big Daddy Urkel (alter-ego as Carl Urkel and Bruce Lee Winslow) Actor Anthony Johnson in a scene from the movie 'I Got the Hook Up ,' circa 1998. His early career included a brief appearance in Ghostbusters (1984) as a municipal corrections officer, and an appearance in Crocodile Dundee (1986) as a limo driver. Although "Die Hard" didn't have an initial warm welcome from critics, it was VelJohnson's break-out film. Johnson is survived by his wife, Caroline Deane Johnson; daughter, Kathy Ann Michael and her husband, Jay; a son, Gregory Alvin Johnson; stepdaughters, Susan Smith and her husband, Merle, Ella Lamonds and her husband, Mark; stepsons, Orman McDaniel and his wife, Joy, Leonard McDaniel and his wife, Gloria; grandchildren, Barrett Michael, Jessica Johnson Rigsby and Adrian Johnson; brothers, Milton and Stanley Johnson; a sister, Patricia Hurst; plus a number of stepgrandchildren and step great-grandchildren.A graveside funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, January 15, 2011, at the Graham Cemetery in Orange. He made appearances in series like "CSI: Crime Scene Investigation," "Will & Grace," "The Parkers," "That's So Raven," "Bones," and "Brooklyn Nine-Nine. Reginald Johnson Sr. (father) Eve Johnson (mother) As of 2009, VelJohnson had homes in Raleigh, North Carolina, and Los Angeles, and resided primarily in Oceanside, New York. Reginald Volney Johnson (December 13, 1940 September 11, 2020) was an American jazz double-bassist. His father left the family when VelJohnson . He later said he changed the spelling "because I wanted a name people would remember."[7]. VelJohnson is known for playing police officers in films and on television. David Sutton, in Turner & Hooch (1989). Please fill in your e-mail so we can share with you our top stories! In 2021, VelJohnson voiced Principal Winslow in the animated adaptation of the comic Invincible. And I love you too. He was my father. Im gonna do everything I know he wouldve done for me. Last appearance Last Name "Johnson" Augusta, GA Celebration of Life Funeral Home Wednesday, October 5, 2022 Add Photos 1 Memory Reginald O. Johnson Reginald O. Johnson, 56 Died Monday, October 3, 2022. Character information Your his guardian angel now. 3, 2013. Get weekly rundowns straight to your inbox, Get our latest stories in the feed of your favorite networks. 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Visitation, Thursday 6-9 PM at Metropolitan Funeral Chapels, 109 West Avenue. Yall not helping. I was hooked.". Carolyn Sue, So sorry for the loss of Reggie, Caroline. Male What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative? "Early in his Mr. Reginald D. Johnson, 56, Indianapolis, passed away on August 17, 2016.He leaves to cherish his memory, mother, Bessie Coleman of Phoenix, Arizona; siblings: Keith Quarles, James Johnson, Gregory LEWISTON: Reginald (Reggie) Francis Johnson, 93, of Auburn died peacefully on January 18, 2015 at the Russell Park Rehabilitation and Living Center in Lewiston, after a brief illness. In 1952 comedian and actor Reginal VelJohnson was born! VelJohnson played Sgt. May fans of the Family Matters sitcom usually ask, What happened to the dad from Family Matters? Their concern is mainly because the actor has been the subject of many rumours that claim that he is dead. Reginald Vel Johnson Jr. August 16, 1952 Queens, New York City, New York (NY), U.S. Johnson was cast as police officer Carl Winslow in the sitcom Family Matters alongside Jo Marie Payton, who played his wife Harriette Winslow; he starred on that show until 1998. David Kessler's top 4 tips for dealing with holiday grief. Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device. Visitation, Thursday 6-9 PM at Metropolitan Funeral Chapels, 109 West Avenue. He said that after playing the role of Carl Winslow, he considered himself a "daddy in training.". It became a long-time recurring running gag. Grief researchers say holding that missing funeral service, even a year or more later, can still help us heal. Mason, who spoke with TMZ about the ordeal and the fake love Johnson is receiving, admitted to being strapped for cash, estimating that she only raised $1100 in GoFundMe and CashApp donations at the time of the interview. Born in Foraker, Oklahoma, his father, Ben Johnson, Sr., was a cattleman and rancher in Osage County, Oklahoma, as well as a champion rodeo steer roper. In Ghostbusters, he had a brief appearance as a Municipal Corrections Officer, and in Crocodile Dundee, he plays a limo driver. Late actor and comedian Anthony "A.J." Johnson's wife is seeking financial assistance to help pay for Johnson's funeral and burial costs. Such a wonderful, caring, easy going, funny guy. However, his co-star Darius McCrary, who played his son on "Family Matters," was once asked about the rumors. [8] VelJohnson again portrayed Sgt. His cause and date of death have not been revealed. He was said to be the acting mentor of Jaleel White. Reggie was my only brother. Before embarking on an acting career, he changed his name from Reginald Vel Johnson (his birth name) to Reginald VelJohnson. Reggie Johnson is an actor, known for Platoon (1986), The Principal (1987) and Seven Hours to Judgment (1988). Funeral, Friday 11 AM at Zion Hill MBC, 250 Dr. Samuel McCree Way. I love you Reggie aka Southside KASH. Although VelJohnson has kept his personal life away from the spotlight for years, it is known he hasn't married or had kids. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply. Reginald "Reggie" Alvin Johnson Reginald "Reggie" Alvin Johnson, 68, of Arvonia, formerly of Gordonsville, died on Wednesday, January 12, 2011, at his residence.He was born on August 5, 1942, in Gordonsville the son of the late Milton and Zelda Lawson Johnson.He was a former of Gordonsville Masonic Lodge #228 and a former manager for Virginia Oil Company.Mr. As he is an excellent actor whose skills place him among the best in the industry, it is no wonder why many of his fans love knowing more about him. He would also play an ambulance driver in Remo Williams: The Adventure Begins (1985) in which he was credited by the stage name Ivory Ocean. In 2010, VelJohnson started a recurring role as Principal, later Superintendent, Strickland on the Disney sitcom I'm in the Band and also Funnyordie.com's short HBO film titled Just 3 Boyz starring Tim Heidecker, Eric Wareheim, and Zach Galifianakis. He went from virtually unknown actor to Hollywood star, sharing the glory of a box office hit with Bruce Willis and Alan Rickman. Johnson blasted fans for their "fake love." Since then, the funds to help out with funeral costs came rolling in. Reginald was born September 18, 1955 in Charlotte, North Carolina to Willie B. and Verona (Smith) Johnson. Junior was a character played by Reggie Johnson in the 1986 film 'Platoon' directed by Oliver Stone. Yall say yall love him, wheres the love? she Mason. More at IMDbPro Contact info Agent info Resume Born August 16, 1952 Add to list Awards 1 win Photos 125 Known for Die Hard 8.2 Sgt. "I love these people Every one of them," a teary-eyed VelJohnson stated at the time. Appears as Gender Reginald VelJohnson was born on August 16th, 1952 in Queens, New York City, New York, in the United States of America. SORRY for your loss PRAYING for your family that GOD provides all the strength needed to get through this difficult time. KEEP YA HEAD UP CHUBBS praying for you To the Johnson family.Billy & Bob I am very sorry to hear about your loss.I will be praying for you and your family. The actor does not have a wife, and he has not been pictured with any woman yet. Fox as "Scott Howard" in Teen Wolf (1985) : [5][6] Early in his acting career, he changed his name from Reginald Johnson (his birth name) to Reginald VelJohnson. You have permission to edit this article. Al Powell in the GameCube video game title, Die Hard: Vendetta, also in 2002. The show didn't take long in earning the people's approval, and soon, the Winslows and their nerdy neighbor Steve Urkel, played by Jaleel White, were at the top of the Nielsen ratings. VelJohnson refute these claims, and in 1988, James Avery married Barbara Avery, successfully calming these claims. In addition to Blackson, rapper and Migos member Offset also showed his support, sending in a $5,000 donation, while fellow comedian Lil Rel Howery donated $4,000 to Masons GoFundMe account. Yall say yall love him, wheres the love? she asked. One of them, called Sunday Evening Haircut, was made into a short film in 2005, which starred VelJohnson himself, alongside Kiki Shepard. ", "Family Matters" ended, but VelJohnson's career did not. Reginald Johnson Reginald Leon Johnson (Reggie) was born to the late Emanuel Leon Johnson, Sr. and Mildred Rucker Johnson on December 16, 1941 in Richmond, Virginia. Family In the mid1980s he moved to Europe, where he has worked with Johnny Griffin, Horace Parlan, Monty Alexander, Kenny Barron, Tom Harrell,[6] Phil Woods, Cedar Walton, Alvin Queen, Jesse Davis, Freddie Redd and Clark Terry. During his time in Hollywood, he has faced many rumors about his personal life, including one claiming his death. ", Reginald VelJohnson at Lifetime's Summer Luau at W Los Angeles on May 20, 2019 | Photo: Getty Images. I will never forget him, my brother will never be forgotten. VelJohnson also played a police officer alongside Tom Hanks in Turner & Hooch (1989). Funeral Arrangements After a lengthy illness with his family at his side, Arthur Johnson passed away peacefully at Golden Door Geriatric Centre on March 8th, 2013. Appeared on To the family Reginald 'Reggie' Johnson, the congregation of Gordonsville United Methodist church is praying for your family during a time of grieving.In God's Grace and Love. His first and most memorable role was that of a teddy bear in a play while in elementary school. With over 1,900 locations, Dignity Memorial providers proudly serve over 375,000 families a year. [14] VelJohnson also voices several minor characters in the series. Reginald VelJohnson is better remembered for his role as Carl Winslow on the sitcom "Family Matters." He is the actor who played the role of Carl Winslow as a policeman on the ABC/CBS sitcom seriesFamily Matters. As much as you may know about his filmography, do you have any idea what his biography entails? Once you find the obituary you are looking for, you can get important information about upcoming services, share a favorite photo or memory, and send flowers or gifts to the family. In 1989, VelJohnson was cast as the memorable police officer and family patriarch Carl Winslow in the ABC (later CBS) sitcom Family Matters, alongside Jo Marie Payton, who played his wife Harriette Winslow. However, Ernie Hudson ended up getting the job. AmoMama creates engaging, meaningful content for women. The actor's father was Reginald Johnson Sr. and he worked as a hospital attendant. Thank you for that. Who Is Julian Sands' Wife? I loved him.". To plant trees in memory, please visit the, Words cannot express how much i miss you,i will forever try to understand our short passing in this life,my heart Long Live S.S.Kash you will never be forgotten everytime i close my eyes i see you-However lasNite was too real u almost scared me Rest Mr.Busy Body. Food has always been a go-to for people in mourning. . So many memories of the time spent with the crowd that would gather almost every Sunday afternoon at Trails End to hike up to the fire tower or in the other direction back through the woods to the east.Memory Eternal my friend! Al Powell" character from the Die Hard series in an episode of NBC's Chuck entitled "Chuck Versus the Santa Claus", as the cousin of Big Mike (Mark Christopher Lawrence). I get the calls, the inboxes saying yall raising money. The actor has come far since his debut in the 1981 film Wolfen. VelJohnson also had a brother, whose name is Barry. You are already subscribed to our newsletter! (playing "she"). According to TMZ, the GoFundMe account set up by Lexis Jones Mason after her husbands death has now received more than $70,000 in donations after previously plateauing at $1,100 prior to her critical comments regarding the lack of financial support she had received. He appeared in the comedy film, The Formula, starring alongside Brandon Baker and Sasha Jackson. Published by Rochester Democrat And Chronicle on Jul. Lost in Space (Part 2) Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. Writer Terry Goodkind; bassist Reggie Johnson; conductor and composer Stephane Calliat; actor - 2 years ago @Brootch28: @RyanMc23 I mean, Reggie Wayne, Calvin Johnson, D. Thomas, Larry Fitz. Domestic Television Distribution.". The show went on for eight seasons on ABC before moving to CBS for its ninth and final season in 1998. Reginald "Reggie" Alvin Johnson, 68, of Arvonia, formerly of Gordonsville, died on Wednesday, January 12, 2011, at his residence. 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After graduating from Cardozo High School in Queens, he decided to pursue acting as a full-time career at New York University. Be the first to get hottest news from our Editor-in-Chief, Check your email and confirm your subscription. After that, he went on to get other minor roles in films like "Crocodile Dundee" and "Plain Clothes" before getting the part that would change his life: the one in "Die Hard.". Sign up to get the most recent local obituaries delivered to your inbox. REGGIE JOHNSON OBITUARY Johnson, Reggie Rochester: 6/24/2013. Im asking for help, but if I dont get it, its fine, cause Im not leaving my husband in there like that. Rapper Offset and comedians Michael Blackson and Lil Rel Howery are among the celebrities who have donated. It seems that VelJohnson has not been a victim of death rumours alone. Age continue to keep Reggie in your heart and he will forever live on. Its just hurtful.. He is best known for playing police officer characters, such as Carl Winslow on the sitcom Family Matters, which ran from 1989 to 1998, and LAPD Sergeant Al Powell in the films Die Hard and Die Hard 2 . Family and friends may call at the residence of his mother and grandmother, Mrs. Annie Lee Hodges and Mrs. Maggie Johnson, 114 Toronto Lane, Bowman, or Simmons Funeral Home and Crematory of Orangeburg. He wrote a critically acclaimed series of short stories called Division Street. He must have known how lucky he was to have the love of a good family . Oh Reggie you are truly missed. Source: Lexis Jones Mason. He is an actor and writer, known for Die Hard (1988), Ghostbusters (1984) and Die Hard 2 (1990). It was a spinoff of the popular show Perfect Strangers on which he appeared only once, though Harriette appeared as a re-occurring guest star. I will make sure he grows up knowing that you love him. Actor, comedian In 2017, VelJohnson took part in a "Family Matters" reunion alongside the rest of the cast. Bob Hymes, ABC TGIF (TV series, 1993-1994) - Carl Winslow, A Cool Like That Christmas (TV movie, 1993) - Dad (voice), Full Contact(1993) - Fighter #2 (as Reginald Johnson), Tales from the Crypt (TV series, 1992) - Mercedes' Husband, Grass Roots (TV movie, 1992) - Mickey Henderson, A Fond Little Memory (Short, 199q) - Plez, The ABC Saturday Morning Preivew (TV movie, 1991) - Carl Winslow, The Bride in Black (TV movie, 1990) - Barry Gates, Jury Duty; The Comedy (TV movie, 1990) - Judge, Turner & Hooch(1989) - David Sutton (as Reginald Veljohnson), Perfect Strangers (TV series, 1989) - Carl Otis Winslow, Quiet Victory: The Charlie Wedemeyer Story (TV movie, 1988) - Assistant Coach - Special Teams, The Equalizer (TV series, 1985-1988) - Arthur Williams / Harmon Hunter, Doing Life (TV movie, 1986) - Taylor (as Reginald VelJohnson), Remo Williams: The Adventure Begins(1985) - Ambulance Driver, Kojak: The Belarus File (TV movie, 1985) - Policeman at Court (uncredited), Ghostbusters(1984) - Jail Guard (as Reggie VelJohnson), Wolfen(1981) - Morgue Attendant (as Reginald VelJohnson), When Hell Freezes Over, I'll Skate (TV movie, 1979). He refused to entertain the question, wondering why the sexuality of any entertainer should be scrutinized. VelJohnson was born Reginald Vel Johnson, Jr. on August 16, 1952 in Queens, New York, the son of Eve, a nurse, and Reginald Johnson, Sr., a hospital attendant. To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA Enterprise and the Google, Kelly Rowland To Judge Audibles Breakthrough, The First Audio-Only Singing Contest, Joey Bada$$ Gives Shades Of Love Jones In Show Me Short Film, Queen Latifah Empowers Black Women In Film With Queen Collective Program, Lori Lightfoot Becomes First Chicago Mayor To Lose Reelection Bid In 40 Years, Quavo Declares Migos Is "Gone" In New Takeoff Tribute, "Greatness", died in Los Angeles on Sept. 6 at the age of 56. Ways to honor Reggie Johnson's life and legacy. The first celebrity to donate a significant sum to Masons GoFundMe was comedian/actor Michael Blackson, who donated $10,000 to the account last Monday (Sept. 20). He has also appeared in the comedy film, The Formula, starring alongside Brandon Baker and Sasha Jackson. When you are in the limelight, you should be prepared for whatever the tabloids will throw your way. Born in Jordantown, Digby Co. he was a son of the late Arthur and Blanche (Slaven) On February 5, 1951, a bright eyed baby boy was born to Aaron and Ida Bell Johnson in Houston, Texas. He doesn't understand right now but he will. Reggie Johnson can be an acting professional, known for Platoon (1986), THE MAIN (1987) and Seven Hours to View (1988). After he got the final callback, VelJohnson traveled to California for the shooting and ended moving up indefinitely to the city after the film wrapped up. However, according to Johnsons wife, Lexis Jones Mason, that support hasnt come in the financial sense, as Mason has publicly reached out asking for assistance to help pay for her late husbands funeral. If hes ever made you laugh, lets all contribute and send him home the right way, Blackson captioned the post. The casting agent of the movie knew how bad VelJohnson wanted the role, so they offered him a 1-liner appearance in the film as a police officer, and he didn't let the opportunity pass. Al Powell in the 1988 film Die Hard. I did it, and everybody cheered. The actor took to his now-deleted Twitter account to deny the claims, as reported by fact-checking site Snopes at the time. I loved him like he was my son. Al Powell 1988 Ghostbusters 7.8 Birth Check your inbox to be the first to know the hottest news. [8] VelJohnson played alongside Tom Hanks, as Det. According to the veteran actor, producer Thomas L. Miller went to an early screening of the action film and, after watching VelJohnson's performance as a police officer, knew he had found the perfect man to play the leading role in an upcoming TV series. The group talked about their experience on the show and revealed that, like the title dictated, the family did matter to them. He has also played and/or recorded with Bill Dixon, Sun Ra, and Burton Greene, Lonnie Liston Smith,[3] Stanley Cowell,[4] Bobby Hutcherson, Harold Land, Blue Mitchell, Walter Bishop Jr.,[5] Sonny Rollins, Sonny Stitt, Sarah Vaughan, Carmen McRae, Art Pepper, Kenny Burrell, Clark Terry, The Crusaders, Johnny Coles, and Frank Wess. I have many fond memories of Reggie from the days of our youth together around Gordonsville - school, Boy Scouts, etc.We have not seen each other as adults, but the memories of Reggie from our youth are great ones. Were gonna have a service. He loved you so much and was a good man. He was 58. His father left the family when VelJohnson, was 13 years old and his mother subsequently married John Reilly. Anthony "AJ" Johnson's GoFundMe Raises More Than . VelJohnson reprised his role of Sgt. January 08, 2022 | Culpeper, VA | Friend, January 08, 2021 | Culpeper, VA | Friend, Reggie had a great sense of humor, which occasionally got him in trouble and of course made him even more popular in our teenage years. Vibe is a part of Penske Media Corporation. Yall not helping. VelJohnson had his breakthrough role[5] as Sgt. You will be truely missed. VelJohnson attended Benjamin N. Cardozo High School and later went to New York University where he obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree. 2023 Vibe Media, LLC. Johnson, who passed away earlier this month, was known for his standout role as Ezal in the 1995 classic film Friday, as well as his appearances in The Players Club, B.A.P.S, and I Got the Hook-Up. You both always made me feel welcome and loved. We want to hear from you! To see them now, the way they are, is wonderful.". Sometime back, it was rumoured that the actor was gay and that he had been in a relationship with James Avery. The rumour went on to claim that VelJohnson had been rushed to hospital but could not make it. The Dignity Memorial brand name is used to identify a network of licensed funeral, cremation and cemetery providers that include affiliates of Service Corporation International, 1929 Allen Parkway, Houston, Texas. "I didn't realize I was going to see everybody. T he lack of donations to an online crowdfunding effort organized in the wake of the death of comedian and actor Anthony "A.J." Johnson has prompted his grieving . Reginald VelJohnson (born August 16, 1952) is an American actor and comedian. Reginald L. 'Reggie' Johnson -- Brooklyn, N.Y. Sign up for our newsletter to keep reading. I get the calls, the inboxes saying yall raising money. 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