The actor appeared as John Shaft in five movies and a TV series.
The impact he had on the industry cannot be overstated."
He also appeared in seven made-for-TVShaftmovies in 1973 and 1974.
Richard Roundtree as John Shaft.Silver Screen Collection/Getty Images
He most recently appeared in the comedyMoving OnalongsideJane FondaandLily Tomlin, which was released in March.
“Richard Roundtree, The Prototype, The Best To Ever Do It!!
SHAFT, as we know it is & will always be His Creation!
Richard Roundtree.Michael Loccisano/Getty Images
!,” Jackson wrote.
Angels whispering, “That Cat SHAFT Is A Bad Mutha, Shutcho Mouth!!
But I’m Talkin' Bout SHAFT!!
THEN WE CAN DIGIT”
Roundtree is survived by his five children.
