Wally ‘Famous’ Amos Dies at 88

Wally “Famous” Amos, the creator of the Famous Amos chocolate chip cookies and “Father of the Gourmet Cookie”, passed away at 88 due to dementia. Born on July 1, 1936, in Tallahassee, Florida, Amos became a symbol of American success and a source of Black pride. After serving in the U.S. Air Force and working as a talent agent representing stars like Simon & Garfunkel, Amos turned his passion for baking into a business. In 1975, he opened the first Famous Amos cookie store in Los Angeles, which quickly gained popularity for its high-quality, bite-sized cookies. Despite eventually selling the company due to financial challenges, Amos remained a beloved figure and a pioneer in the gourmet cookie industry. His legacy lives on through his contributions to American pop culture and his inspiring story of hard work and determination.

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