'The Wire' & 'Lovecraft Country' Star Michael K. Williams Found Dead at Age 54
Michael K. Williams has passed away at the young age of 54.
“It is with deep sorrow that the family announces the passing of Emmy nominated actor Michael Kenneth Williams. They ask for your privacy while grieving this unsurmountable loss,” his long-time rep Marianna Shafran of Shafran PR shared in a statement with THR.
The news was first reported by New York Post.
Michael is best known for his roles on The Wire, and most recently, Lovecraft Country.
He has also starred on Boardwalk Empire, and was known for his role as Jack Gee, husband of Bessie Smith, in the HBO telefilm biopic Bessie.
Just last week, it was announced that Michael had joined the upcoming George Forman biopic and would have starred as trainer Doc Broadus.
After the report, fans and peers flooded social media in tribute to Michael.
Click inside to see the fans reactions to Michael’s reported death…
Shocked and saddened by the death of Michael K Williams. One of the nicest brothers on the planet with the biggest heart. An amazing actor and soul.
May you RIP. God bless.— Isiah Whitlock Jr. (@IsiahWhitlockJr) September 6, 2021
Omg. Michael K Williams?! Noo
— Val Santos (@ValSantosOnAir) September 6, 2021
Michael K. Williams has passed away… Wow. “Gifted” doesn’t even begin to describe him as an actor. Iconic as Omar in The Wire and phenomenal in Lovecraft Country. May he Rest In Peace…
— QUEER, LEFT-WING RADICAL (@lucyonstage) September 6, 2021
We just lost a generational talent and beyond that an amazing spirit.Michael K. Williams was truly one of a kind.
— DAKARI (@ThatDakari) September 6, 2021
RIP to the man who made Omar Little one of the greatest characters in television history. Anyone who watched Michael K. Williams act was better for the experience. pic.twitter.com/E05sWrpJbf
— Michael Lee (@MrMichaelLee) September 6, 2021
Michael K Williams performance in Lovecraft was top tier ….????????????
— LeighLeigh???? (@AshleighDanee) September 6, 2021