Date of Birth: July 1, 1936
Zodiac Sign: Cancer
Biography
Wallace “Wally” Amos Jr. is an American entrepreneur and author, best known for founding the Famous Amos cookie brand. Born on July 1, 1936, in Tallahassee, Florida, Amos had a challenging childhood. His parents divorced when he was 12, and he subsequently moved to New York City to live with his aunt, Della Bryant, who inspired his love for baking. Amos dropped out of high school to join the Air Force. After completing his service, he returned to New York and eventually became the first African American talent agent at the William Morris Agency. He represented major stars like Diana Ross & the Supremes and Marvin Gaye. Despite his success in the entertainment industry, Amos’s passion for baking led him to open the first Famous Amos cookie store in Los Angeles in 1975, using a family recipe from his aunt. The brand quickly gained popularity for its high-quality ingredients and rich flavor. Though he faced financial challenges and eventually lost ownership of the brand, Amos continued his entrepreneurial journey with various ventures, including a new line of cookies called “Uncle Noname’s Gourmet Muffins,” which was later rebranded to “Uncle Wally’s Muffin Company.”
5 Interesting Facts about Wally Amos
1. Wally Amos was the first African American talent agent at the William Morris Agency.
2. He received his GED while serving in the United States Air Force.
3. Amos appeared as himself in the television series “Taxi” and “The Office.”
4. He is also an author, having published several books on business and personal success.
5. Wally Amos is a strong advocate for literacy and has worked extensively with organizations like Read to Me International.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Wally Amos
1. “Happiness is not based on money and the greatest proof of that is our family.”
2. “It’s so important to believe in yourself and know your worth.”
3. “Life is just a big cookie. Enjoy every bite.”
4. “Each failure is simply a stepping stone to success.”
5. “Do what you love, love what you do, and deliver more than you promise.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
The highest net worth achieved by Wally Amos is estimated to be around $20 million during the peak of the Famous Amos cookie brand.
Children
Wally Amos has four children: Michael Amos, Gregory Amos, Sarah Amos, and Shawn Amos. Shawn Amos is a notable blues musician and producer.
Relevant Links
1. [Wikipedia: Wally Amos](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wally_Amos
2. [Famous Amos Official Website](https://www.famousamos.com/
3. [Read To Me International](https://readtomeintl.org/
4. [Uncle Wally’s Muffin Company](http://www.unclewallys.com/
5. [Shawn Amos Official Website](https://www.shawnamos.com/
