Lance Reddick Skipped 'John Wick: Chapter 4' Premiere Days Before Shocking Death

“John Wick 4” is bringing heat to the box office.

SPOILER ALERT – Do not read ahead if you haven’t seen the new John Wick movie!

“John Wick 4,” the titular character — played by Keanu Reeves — seeks revenge on the High Table — the council of powerful crime lords that govern the criminal underworld. As the hitman closes in on his targets, new allegiances are formed while older ones are broken.

Lance Reddick spent his final days promoting his film,, with his close-knit co-stars.Reddick died suddenly on March 17 at the age of 60, and in one of his final interviews, he spoke about what the cast of the action flick meant to him.In a clip from Friday's pre-taped episode of, Reddick is a guest on the show alongside his co-stars, Keanu Reeves and Ian McShane.«Family's such a huge theme in this particular film more than any others,» shares Reddick, who played hotel concierge Charon in all four films in the franchise. «You see it with the three of us, how it's not just the family that you're born into, but the family you've created.

The fourth movie in the popular John Wick film franchise, John Wick: Chapter 4, has finally been released in theaters!

died suddenly Friday while in the midst of the promotional tour for “John Wick: Chapter 4,” which hits theaters Friday.“We are all deeply saddened by the passing of Lance Reddick following the taping of today’s episode,” “The Kelly Clarkson Show” said in its promotion of Thursday’s program. “Our hearts go out to Lance’s loved ones and the entire John Wick family.

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Lance Reddick is getting a posthumous sendoff in “John Wick: Chapter 4”.

Keanu Reeves’ first name means “cool breeze over the mountains,” and as an actor, perennial babe, the Internet’s Boyfriend, suspected time traveler, and man of many memes he’s proven to be that breath of fresh, fine air for nearly four decades Reeves, who celebrated his 58th birthday in September, made his acting debut in 1985’s “One Step Away,” as a ne’er-do-well teenager at a crossroads between redemption and a life of petty crime. Tale as old as time.

Staying fit! Keanu Reeves “loves” playing John Wick in the film franchise — especially because of the physical component.

No, there won’t be any finger-pointing at the box office this weekend over a franchise film failing to open.

Keanu Reeves is honoring his late "John Wick" co-star Lance Reddick. After Reddick's unexpected death last Friday, Reeves candidly spoke out about the actor and expressed that it "f---ing sucks he’s not here." "Lance was a beautiful person, a special artist… a man of grace and dignity… such a passion for his craft," Reeves said during an interview with Deadline. "To have had the chance to work with him over the 10 years and four films… is something very special to me," he continued.

Weeks before the worldwide release of John Wick 4, it was reported that actor Lance Reddick had passed away. As an iconic actor, many action and John Wick fans would like to know: How did Lance Reddick die?

Keanu Reeves is remembering his co-star fondly.

Keanu Reeves is reflecting on the life and legacy of his friend and co-star Lance Reddick, following the actor's untimely death.Reeves walked the red carpet at the premiere of , held at the TCL Chinese Theater in Hollywood on Monday, where everyone wore blue ribbon pins in Reddick's memory, and his name was displayed first and upfront on the marquee.Reeves spoke with ET's Nischelle Turner about Reddick — who appeared in all four films in the franchise as hotel concierge Charon — and was also slated to appear in the upcoming spinoff film, «Lance is a very beautiful person and special artist,» an emotional Reeves shared of his late colleague. «His grace and dignity, his shining light of character was just something really special.»Reddick's rep confirmed the news of his death to ET on Mar. 17, stating that he «passed away suddenly this morning from natural causes.» He was 60.Looking at his time with Reddick, Reeves shared, "[I am] really grateful I had the chance to know him and work with him over almost 10 years.«The moving words echoes Reeves' tribute, which he shared shortly after news of Reddick's death first broke, alongside director Chad Stahelski.»We are deeply saddened and heartbroken at the loss of our beloved friend and colleague Lance Reddick," the pair said in their statement.

Lance Reddick was on everyone’s mind as they descended on the TCL Chinese Theatre for the premiere of John Wick: Chapter 4 on Monday (March 20) in Hollywood, Calif.

John Wick: Chapter 4” on Monday evening was a celebratory, yet somber occasion, as star Keanu Reeves and director Chad Stahelski paid tribute to the late Lance Reddick, who starred as Charon in all four “John Wick” films before dying suddenly on Friday. He was 60. “Lance is a people person, a special artist, a gentleman of grace and dignity,” Reeves said on the carpet. “It’s just really something special, every time he stepped on set, to watch the passion he had for his work. It’s really easy to work with him.” “It’s not just one memory. It’s not just one day. It’s a collective. I had Lance in my life almost 10 years,” Stahelski told Variety. “Although that was done over the course of four films, we’ve worked together on other things. I just got to be happy and be proud of the fact that I got to spend so much time with him. We’re going to miss him.”

Lance Reddick died on March 17, days before the premiere of John Wick: Chapter 4 where the actor reprises his role of Charon. During the red carpet event for the film, Keanu Reeves remembered his co-star highlighting his qualities.

Lance Reddick passed away at 60. The actor is known for his roles in John Wick and The Wire.TMZ reported Reddick passed away in his home in Studio City. The cause of death is unclear, but appears to be from natural causes.

Lance Reddick, an actor who was one of the central performers in HBO’s The Wire, has passed away at age 60. TMZ first reported the story, citing law enforcement sources who said that Reddick’s body had been found at 9:30 a.m. on Friday (March 17); Variety confirmed the actor’s death with his representatives.

Stephanie Reddick has honoured her late husband Lance Reddick with an emotional tribute. On Friday, representatives confirmed that The Wire star had passed away at the age of 60 at his home in Los Angeles. The cause of death remains unknown.

Lance Reddick‘s wife is speaking out for the first time since his sudden death.

Halle Berry is remembering her John Wick co-star Lance Reddick after his sudden death at the age of 60.

Lance Reddick’s widow, Stephanie Reddick, took to social media earlier today to pay tribute both to her late actor husband — who died of natural causes on Friday, aged 60 — and to all those who loved him.

Lance Reddick's wife Stephanie has broken her silence following the actor's sudden death at the age of 60 Friday. Stephanie, who married Reddick in 2011, shared a tribute to her late husband on his verified social media accounts and expressed her gratitude to his fans for their condolences.

Gone but not forgotten. Amid Lance Reddick’s death at age 60, Stephanie Reddick (née Day) reached out to her husband’s fans to thank them for honoring him.

two days before his shock death aged just 60.  The Wire actor died from 'suddenly' and from natural causes', his agent Mia Hansen said, after he was discovered in his home in Studio City, California at 9. 30am on Friday.

Lance Reddick‘s wife is speaking out after his sudden and shocking death.

Lance Reddick’s wife has broken her silence following his sudden death.

Mom Cares in Baltimore, his hometown. Mom Cares serves under-supported mothers with NICU experiences by providing prenatal and postpartum doula care, including transportation, advocacy, self-care opportunities and nutritious meals to mothers and their families.A post shared by Lance Reddick (@thereallancereddick)Reddick, best known for his work on and the movie franchisedied on Friday.

READ MORE: Joan Collins branded 'sexier than ever' as she shares bedroom photo"We dedicate the film to his loving memory. We will miss him dearly. "Film industry giant Lionsgate, which is the studio behind the hit franchise, said in a statement: "The world of Wick would not be what it is without Lance Reddick and the unparalleled depth he brought to Charon's humanity and unflappable charisma.

The industry is still reeling from the sudden passing of Lance Reddick. However, his eloquent presence will continue on in several upcoming film and TV projects which the prolific actor had completed before his death at age 60.

Hollywood is mourning the loss of the late Lance Reddick.

"John Wick: Chapter Four" star Keanu Reeves; the film's director, Chad Stahelski; and more Hollywood stars are mourning the unexpected death of actor Lance Reddick. Reddick, who starred in "The Wire," "Fringe" and the "John Wick" franchise, died Friday. He was 60.

Remembering a great. Keanu Reeves mourned the loss of John Wick costar Lance Reddick with a touching tribute.

Just one day before his untimely passing, actor Lance Reddick opened up about the death of his former The Wire co-star Michael K. Williams during one of his final interviews.