From Good Times To Bad: Whatever Happened To The Cast Of Good Times?

What About Bookman?

Johnny Brown appeared on Good Times as Nathan Bookman, the superintendent of the building in which the Evans family lived. Often the brunt of fat jokes delivered by J.J. on the show, Brown as an actor was known for his chubby physique, wide smile, and his impeccable impressions.

His comedic talents are what made him a fixture on the television series Rowan & Martin’s Laugh-in, a sketch comedy program of the late ‘60s and early ‘70s. Norman Lear had Brown in mind for a lead role on Sanford And Son, but was contractually obligated to Laugh-In at the time. Brown has a daughter named Sharon, who is also an actress.