Ja'net Dubois: Life, 'Good Times,' And Legacy A Look Back
How does one truly measure the impact of a life lived on screen and stage? Ja'Net Dubois, a force of nature who redefined the portrayal of Black women in television and captivated audiences with her multifaceted talent, left an indelible mark that continues to resonate.
The world mourned the loss of Ja'Net Dubois on February 17, 2020, when she passed away in her sleep at her home in Glendale, California. While conflicting reports placed her age at either 74 or 81, the one undeniable truth was that a luminary had dimmed. Best known for her iconic role as the vivacious and wisecracking neighbor Willona Woods on the groundbreaking 1970s sitcom "Good Times," Dubois was so much more than just a sitcom star. She was an accomplished actress, singer, composer, and dancer whose career spanned decades and traversed various mediums, leaving an enduring legacy across television, film, and theater.
| Ja'Net Dubois: Biographical and Career Highlights | |
|---|---|
| Category | Information |
| Birth Name | Jeannette Theresa Dubois (though sources dispute the accuracy of this) |
| Date of Birth | Disputed; either August 5, 1932, or August 5, 1945 |
| Place of Birth | Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA |
| Date of Death | February 17, 2020 |
| Place of Death | Glendale, California, USA |
| Occupation | Actress, Singer, Composer, Dancer |
| Years Active | 1960s 2020 |
| Notable Roles | Willona Woods in "Good Times," Mrs. Avery in "The PJs," Theme song composer and performer for "The Jeffersons" |
| Awards | Two Primetime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Voice-Over Performance for "The PJs" |
| Broadway Debut | Various plays, including "Golden Boy" with Sammy Davis Jr. and Louis Gossett Jr., and "A Raisin in the Sun." |
| Music Career | Recorded the album "Again, Ja'Net Dubois" on her "Peanuts and Caviar" label in 1983. |
| Other TV Appearances | "The Love Boat," "The Facts of Life," "Beverly Hills, 90210," "ER," "The Wayans Brothers," "Love of Life" |
| Peabody Award | Received a Peabody Award for the 1969 CBS children's movie "J.T." |
| Reference Link | Ja'Net Dubois on IMDb |
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