Popular “The Wire” actor, Michael Kenneth Williams dies at the age of 54 (Fifty four) from a suspected drug overdose. He was found dead in New York apartment yesterday. The New York police department confirmed that the actor was found dead on Monday at 2pm.
Michael Kenneth Williams was an American actor, who rose to fame in 2002 with his iconic role in ” The Wire” as Omar Little. ” Omar is a dark skinned outspoken man in the hood who didn’t care what anyone thought of him” William told the New York Times in 2017 ” He is everything I wished I could be”
Michael K. Williams is also known for his roles in many HBO series : “12 years a slave,” “Gone baby gone,” ” The Road,” “Boardwalk Empire,” and “The night of”
In a statement made by HBO: “we are devastated to learn of the passing of Michael Kenneth Williams, a member of the HBO family for more than 20 years. While the world is aware of his immense talent as an artist, we knew Michael as a dear friend who was beloved by all who had the privilege to work with him. We send our deepest condolences to his family for this immeasurable loss”
Michael was born in Brooklyn. On his 25th birthday Michael got knifed when he tried to intervene in a fight outside the bar and he ended up with a lace scar across his face. He got his first film role as Tupac Shakur’s brother in 1996 film “Bullet”
