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

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

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Three generations of 'Shaft' bring the 1970s hero up to date - Los Angeles Times

How Roundtree's portrayal of John Shaft changed Black cinema - The Washington Informer

Richard Roundtree appreciation: The long shadow of 'Shaft,' cast by a groundbreaking action star – Chicago Tribune

Richard Roundtree, Black action hero who played 'Shaft,' dead at 81

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