Actor Lance Reddick, best known for his role as Cedric Daniels in the television series “The Wire” and as Charon in the “John Wick” movies, died at the age of 60 due to natural causes. Reddick’s publicist confirmed the news and stated that his death was sudden. A trained pianist, he had released a jazz album titled “Contemplations and Remembrances” in 2007. Reddick’s portrayal of Daniels in “The Wire” earned him critical acclaim and helped establish the series as a cultural touchstone. He continued to make a name for himself with roles in other hit series such as “Lost,” “Fringe,” and “Bosch.” Reddick’s death has come as a shock to many, and tributes have poured in on social media from his colleagues and fans alike.
Actor Lance Reddick of ‘The Wire’ Dies at 60
Actor Lance Reddick, best known for his role as police chief Cedric Daniels in the TV series “The Wire” and as Charon in the “John Wick” films, passed away at the age of 60 due to natural causes. His publicist, Mia Hansen, released a statement confirming the news of his death, which she described as sudden. Further details regarding his passing were not disclosed.
Reddick’s breakthrough role was as Cedric Daniels in “The Wire,” an HBO series that centered around the drug trade in Baltimore. His portrayal of the no-nonsense police chief garnered critical acclaim, and the show has since become a cultural touchstone in the television industry.
After his work in “The Wire,” Reddick continued to establish himself in the television landscape with roles in other hit series such as “Lost,” “Fringe,” and “Bosch.” He also made a name for himself in the film industry with his appearances in the “John Wick” franchise.
In addition to his career in entertainment, Reddick was a trained pianist and released a jazz album, “Contemplations and Remembrances,” in 2007. He studied music at the Peabody Preparatory Institute and obtained a degree in classical composition from the University of Rochester’s Eastman School of Music.
Reddick’s death has come as a shock to many, and tributes have poured in on social media from his colleagues and fans alike.
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