Key takeaways:
- Actor Lance Reddick passed away suddenly from natural causes at the age of 60.
- Reddick was best known for his portrayal of a Baltimore police lieutenant in the HBO drama “The Wire” and his role in the “John Wick” franchise.
- Reddick’s death is a shock to fans of his work and those who knew him, and he will be remembered for his many memorable roles and his contributions to the entertainment industry.
Actor Lance Reddick, best known for his roles in the HBO police drama “The Wire” and the “John Wick” action movies, has died at the age of 60. His publicist, Mia Hansen, confirmed the news on Friday morning, saying Reddick passed away suddenly from natural causes.
Reddick was born in Baltimore, Maryland, and began his career in theater before transitioning to television and film. He was best known for his portrayal of a Baltimore police lieutenant, Cedric Daniels, in the acclaimed HBO drama “The Wire,” which ran from 2002 to 2008. He also had a role in the “John Wick” franchise, playing the concierge Charon of the Continental hotel organization that provides sanctuary to assassins.
Hansen said in a statement, “Please respect his family’s privacy at this time.” The fourth installment of the “John Wick” series is set to be released next week with Keanu Reeves playing the title role.
Police were called to a home in the Valley Village neighborhood of Los Angeles, California, around 9:30 a.m. on Friday morning. Authorities said they could not confirm the person’s name.
Reddick’s death is a shock to fans of his work and those who knew him. He will be remembered for his many memorable roles and his contributions to the entertainment industry.
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