Lance Reddick, a veteran character actor best known for his powerful appearances on HBO's The Wire and in the John Wick movies, died on Friday at 60.
Tragic Passing of 'The Wire' Star Lance Reddick at Age 60
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Reddick Died Of Natural Causes
His representative verified to various publications that he died of natural causes at his residence in Los Angeles.
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Reddick Was Giving Interviews
The actor had nearly concluded interviews for his role in John Wick: Chapter 4, which will be out next week.
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Reddick Didn't Attend His Film's Premiere
He refused to attend the film's New York premiere earlier this week.
Police Were Summoned
According to the publicist, they called the police to the actor's home at about 09:30 local time.
Statement By Reddick's Publicist
Mia Hansen, his publicist, stated, "Lance will be greatly missed. Please respect his family's privacy at this time."
Tweet By Wendell Pierce
On Friday, Wendell Pierce, the actor's Wire co-star, tweeted on social media that Reddick was "a man of great strength and grace."
Wendell Praised Reddick
He continued, "As talented a musician as he was an actor. The epitome of class. A sudden unexpected sharp painful grief for our artistic family. An unimaginable suffering for his family and loved ones. Godspeed, my friend. You made your mark here."
Reddick's Co-Workers Were Shocked
John Wick 4's director, Chad Stahelski, and actor Keanu Reeves said they were shocked and grieved by the death.
'John Wick: Chapter 4' Is Dedicated to Reddick
They have decided to dedicate the upcoming chapter of John Wick to Reddick.
Tweet By 'The Wire's' Writer
Writer of The Wire, David Simon, tweeted his appreciation for Reddick:
"Consummate professional, devoted collaborator, lovely and gentle man, loyal friend. Could go on, but no, I can't go on. This is gutting. And way, way, way too soon."
Tweet By James Gun
On Friday, filmmaker James Gunn tweeted and described Reddick as "an incredibly nice guy, and an incredibly talented actor."
Tweet By Micheal Connelly
Reddick was described as a "wonderful person, friend and collaborator" by Michael Connelly, the Author, and creator of Bosch, in which Reddick portrayed a police chief.
Starting Of Reddick's Career
Reddick began his career in the 1990s, with credits in series including New York Undercover and The West Wing.
Reddick Had A Magnetic Presence
His magnetic presence typically landed him in parts that demanded passion and intensity.
Reddick Wanted To Be A Musician
He had planned to be a musician as a boy growing up in Baltimore; he previously told The Guardian.
He Had To Support His Family
He got into acting to support his family and build a foundation for a music career.
Reddick's Career In Theater
He began his career in regional theater at the age of 29.
Reddick's Journey To Yale
He applied to and was accepted to Yale University to study acting, where he finally graduated. In New York, he auditioned for The Corner, an HBO miniseries aired two years before Simon's The Wire.
Reddick's Wife Posted For Him
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Stephanie, his wife, broke her silence, thanking fans for their amazing support in a touching Instagram message to the late Wire star. She shared four images of the late 60-year-old in a tribute to her husband, who she claimed was "taken from us way too soon."
