Actor Lance Reddick, star of The Wire, has passed away at the age of 60

American actor Lance Reddick, known for his role as an overzealous cop in the series the wireHe passed away on Friday, March 17, at the age of 60, his agent, Mia Hansen, said. The comedian is also known for his role in action films John Wick With Keanu Reeves, he was found dead in his home in Los Angeles, in the Studio City area, according to the specialist TMZ. cause of his death “natural”, His agent told AFP. We will miss Lance very much.she added.

Debuted in “Oz”, on HBO

The actor made a name for himself in Hollywood in 2000, thanks to the series ounce From HBO. He played the role of a hacked detective in prison to fight drug trafficking, which quickly sinks into addiction. But she is with the wire It really broke. Often described as one of the best TV series of all time, it follows the police’s anti-drug squad’s fight against gangs in Baltimore City. Lance Reddick played Lieutenant Cedric Daniels, a conscientious officer and a bit of an idealist.

Many celebrities paid tribute to him on Friday. Wendell Pierce, another star of the wireHe described it on Twitter as “A man of great strength and grace. The epitome of class.” His death is “Sudden, unexpected and painful grief for our artistic family”he added.

“a consummate professional”

“Awesome actor, great guy. That’s sad news.”Writer Stephen King’s reaction. For its part, HBO praised on Twitter actor “He is highly regarded by all who knew and worked with him.”. “We are proud to be part of his legacy. We will miss him very much.”she added.

his co-stars in the movie John WickKeanu Reeves and Chad Stahelski also shared their grief. “We are deeply saddened and deeply saddened by the loss of our beloved friend and colleague.”they wrote in a press release. “He was a consummate professional and a pleasure to work with.”