John Amos Denies Being Exploited After Daughter Starts GoFundMe On His Behalf Claiming Actor Was A Victim Of ‘Elder Abuse’

June 8, 2023 by Kay Johnson in TV with 0 Comments

John Amos & Daughter

John Amos Denies Being Exploited After Daughter Starts GoFundMe On His Behalf Claiming Actor Was A Victim Of ‘Elder Abuse’

TV and film star John Amos is speaking out amid rumors about his health.

According to reports, the 83-year-old recently denied claims he’s being abused and exploited after his daughter, Shannon Amos, shared the accusations online.

Starting a GoFundMe – allegedly to raise money for her father’s expenses, Shannon Amos explained that John had been hospitalized, allegedly following a near-death experience, and needed money due to being “financially exploited” and abused. She wrote on the fundraiser page:

“On May 14th of this year, I received a distressing call from my dad, who was hospitalized far away in Memphis, Tennessee. Though I was out of the country, we managed a brief FaceTime conversation before his pain became too unbearable.”

John & Shannon Amos

And continued:

“During the following weeks, my family and I unraveled a horrifying truth—my dad had fallen victim to elder abuse and financial exploitation. Determined to seek justice, we a are working closely with the Colorado Bureau of Investigations and the local Sheriff’s Department in my father’s home state.”

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Shannon even took to Instagram live today (Jun. 8) to double down on the claims, also asking for prayers via her Instagram Stories. However, as news of Amos‘ situation began spreading, he reportedly released a statement to TMZ completely shooting down his daughter’s claims. The report stated:

“We spoke with John Amos, who tells us the details laid out by his daughter Shannon Amos are a lie … no one is abusing him and he hasn’t been fighting for his life. He says he’s got no idea as to why Shannon may have started the GoFundMe.”

Adding:

“As for the hospitalization, John’s rep, Belinda Foster, tells us he’s been in the hospital because his lower body was filling with fluid, all the way to his abdomen, and causing issues with his heart. Foster says doctors have been able to drain all of it, and John’s recently started to feel 100%.”

Shannon has since responded to the story, telling the publication to do “accurate reporting and check with the Colorado Bureau of Investigation” to see that the claims surrounding her father’s alleged mistreatment are real. She added that she understands her dad may be embarrassed for the news to be public, but it’s in his best interest as he really needs help.

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Despite the GoFundMe potentially being a fake or a misunderstanding, lifelong fans of Amos did begin to donate to the fund, leaving thoughtful messages about the actor. The film and TV star has had a notable career, starring in hit projects such as the cherished classic sitcom “Good Times,” and the movie “Coming To America.” One user reflected on Amos‘ career, writing:

“Growing up, John made me laugh. It breaks my heart that people can be so cruel.”

While another one added:

“This man has made an impeccable change in my life without even knowing. Thank you for your years of service and entertainment to the black community.”

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