‘The Wire’ actor Michael K. Williams has died aged 54
The Wire actor Michael K. Williams has reportedly died at the age of 54.Williams was found in his home in Brooklyn, New York, today (September 6) by his nephew, according to the New York Post.Drug paraphernalia was reportedly found in Williams’ apartment, but no cause of death has been officially confirmed yet.“It is with deep sorrow that the family announces the passing of Emmy nominated actor Michael Kenneth Williams,” the actor’s long-time representative Marianna Shafran told The Hollywood Reporter.“They ask for your privacy while grieving this insurmountable loss.”The actor was best known for his role as Omar Little in HBO series The Wire, which he first played in 2002 until 2008.