Posted on 04/19/2015 3:03:10 PM PDT by Impy
Good Times actor Ben Powers has died, according to The Hollywood Reporter. He was 64.
While a cause of death has yet to be revealed, an obituary created by his loved ones has surfaced that reveals the actor passed away April 6 in New Bedford, Mass.
Powers was best known for his role as Keith Anderson on the '70s sitcom Good Times. His character was married to Thelma Evans played by BerNadette Stanis.
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RIP to Mr. Powers.
I never cared for the show “Good Times”, but I’m sorry to hear of Mr. Powers’ passing. R.I.P. Ben Powers.
I never cared for the show “Good Times”, but I’m sorry to hear of Mr. Powers’ passing. R.I.P. Ben Powers.
RIP
Undoubtably, Ben Powers was one of the greatest actors of our time, of all the actors who played bit parts on Good Times, one of the greatest TV shows of all time called Good Times.
Never heard of him,maybe saw him if GoodX’s was viewed...,bummer
A god amongst mortals, no doubt.
Just watched our FIRST “GOOD TIMES” in 40 years tonite.....never heard of the guy!!
He played Thelma’s husband towards the end of the series..I’m watching some of the earlier episodes now..RIP to Mr. Powers
Jimmie Walker is one of the good guys, very conservative.
Dynomite!
Yep! He was on Bill O’Reilly’s show a while back talking about his Conservative beliefs..JJ is DYNAMITE!!!
Thelma was shapely hot.
I remember this show...I was in late elementary school and junior high when it aired. Thelma was very pretty...love her hoop earrings.
He "past" a few days ago? Someone should axe her what she means by that.
I thought the neighbor lady was prettier.
RIP.
Hah, I remember getting ripped for saying I didn’t see why some famous persons parent dying was such a big deal, I tip my hat to a pair of masters.
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