The entertainment industry has lost a talented actor, Lance Reddick, who was known for his roles in The Wire on HBO and the John Wick movies. The 60-year-old actor from Baltimore, Maryland, passed away recently, leaving behind a legacy of great performances.
Days before his untimely demise, Lance was preparing for the premiere of John Wick: Chapter 4, and he was scheduled to appear on The Kelly Clarkson Show to promote the film, which was set to open in theatres on March 24.
The news of Lance’s death was announced by TMZ on March 17, 2023, a Friday. According to the outlet, the actor was found dead in his Studio City, California residence. The police discovered his body at around 9:30 a.m.
The official cause of Lance’s death has not been disclosed yet. However, TMZ’s source stated that his death “appears to be natural.” The news agency also reported that Lance did not have any serious health issues or warning signals before his death.
Lance’s contribution to the entertainment industry is immense. Even after his time as Commander Cedric Daniels on The Wire ended, he continued to work on various projects. Recently, he appeared in a number of movies, including John Wick and its sequels, Godzilla vs. Kong, and One Night in Miami.
On his Instagram account, Lance shared photographs of his life at home with his dogs. Fans were surprised to learn that he did not attend the John Wick 4 premiere in New York City, as it was widely assumed. However, the reason for his absence was never explained.
Lance’s fans paid tribute to him on social media. Many expressed their sorrow and condolences. One fan wrote, “Sir, all your roles were so amazing, and you seem like such a lovely person. Rest in peace and power.” Another added, “RIP. Prayers and strength to the family.”
One Twitter user shared a video clip of Lance from The Eric Andre Show and wrote, “RIP Lance Reddick, one of the only people to genuinely rattle Eric Andre.” Another fan declared, “Rest in peace, commander, you will be forever missed; see you star side,” referencing Lance’s iconic character from The Wire.
The entertainment industry has lost a talented actor in Lance Reddick. His legacy will live on through his memorable performances and the impact he had on those who knew him. Rest in peace, Lance.