The TV star, who is best known for her role as Willona Woods in 70s show Good Times, passed away unexpectedly in … The actress died “unexpectedly” in her sleep at her home in Glendale, California, reports TMZ. The Pan African Film Festival, which she co-founded, sa… Ja’Net DuBois, known for her turn as Willona Woods on “Good Times,” was found dead in her Glendale, Calif. home on Tuesday. Email. Ja’net DuBois and Janet Jackson on “Good Times” Courtesy Everett Collection. Ja'net DuBois has died at the age of 74, her family have confirmed. According to TMZ, Ja’Net DuBois’ death certificate reveals that she died of cardiac arrest.. Ja'net Dubois reportedly died in her sleep at her home in Glendale, California By Robyn Merrett. Pinterest. Ja’Net DuBois cause of death. More. February 18, 2020 08:38 PM Advertisement. Dubois was found dead at her home in Glendale on Tuesday morning, Glendale police … "Good Times" star Ja'net Dubois has died at the age of 74. FB Tweet. Ja’Net DuBois, the revered Emmy-winning actress known for her roles on Good Times, The PJ's and more, died on Tuesday (Feb. 18).She was 74.