Richard Roundtree: how Shaft's 'first Black action hero' changed culture for ever, Movies

With his smarts, swagger and unapologetic sexuality, Roundtree – who died on Tuesday aged 81 – spearheaded a new type of Black masculinity in mainstream cinema

Richard Roundtree's best ever roles, from Shaft to Roots: iconic actor dies aged 81

Richard Roundtree, black action hero who played Shaft, dies aged 81

Shaft' star Richard Roundtree dies at 81 - Good Morning America

Richard Roundtree, 'First Black Action Hero' And Shaft Star, Has Died At 81

Trailblazing 'Shaft' star Richard Roundtree, considered first Black action movie hero, has died at 81

Richard Roundtree, Star of 'Shaft' and 'Roots', Dies at 81

Richard Roundtree, 'Shaft' Star, Dies at 81

Shaft' Star Richard Roundtree, Considered First Black Action Movie Hero, Dies at 81

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Richard Roundtree, star of 'Shaft,' dies at 81 - Good Morning America

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