Sad News: “Good Times” Actor Ben Powers (“Keith”) Passes Away At 64

Posted On : April 16, 2015

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We are deeply saddened to report that actor, Alton “Ben” Powers, better known as “Thelma’s” husband, “Keith Anderson” on Good Times, passed away on April 6, 2015. We do not know the exact cause of his death as of yet, but his long time friend made a public announcement a few days ago, confirming Ben’s death.

As soon as we get further details surrounding his passing, we’ll post it, but we just want to make sure that Ben Power’s legacy shines. So ILOSM family, let’s all celebrate a man who doesn’t get much attention in mainstream media anymore, but who we old school heads admire and respect greatly.

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After his run on Good Times was completed, Powers actually…

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