Lance Reddick, Memorable Star of 'The Wire,' 'John Wick' Series, Dead at 60

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Lance Reddick, the exceptional character actor famous for his performances in 'The Wire' and the 'John Wick' franchise, has died, Variety reports. He was 60.

Born June 7, 1962 and raised in Baltimore, Reddick was initially headed for a life in music. He studied classical composition at the illustrious Eastman School of Music at the University of Rochester, but after moving to Boston, he struggled to find any purchase as a professional musician. As he explained in a, he was working multiple jobs to make ends meet and support his family when he suffered a back injury that caused him to reconsider his career.

Reddick started auditioning for and earning roles Boston, before securing a spot in another illustrious institution, the Yale School of Drama, where he earned a Masters of Fine Arts in 1994. Early parts came in the theater, with Reddick notably being cast as an understudy for Belize in Tony Kushner’s epic drama,.

 

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For someone this healthy.... Natural causes is unacceptable. RIP to a great, great actor. His work in the Wire is legendary. 'To Be Continued'. RIP

sepinwall One of my favorites

RIP legend

Loved him in Bosch, he will be missed.

RIP

I've been watching 'Fringe' and he was EXCELLENT in that as well!

I loved him 😭🥀

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