Note : We were trying to come up with a new show that we could participate in , but of course , that can not happen now . Police found no evidence of foul play , based on autopsy for cause of death . Hemsley said in interviews that producers told him to be pompous , feisty . Former co - star said he was generous , they had plans of creating new show . Hemsley , who also starred on ` ` Amen , '' was 74 .
Note : Police found no evidence of foul play , based on autopsy for cause of death . Hemsley said in interviews that producers told him to be pompous , feisty . Former co - star said he was generous , they had plans of creating new show . Hemsley , who also starred on ` ` Amen , '' was 74 .