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'The Wire' actors who have died in real life

Considered one of the best crime drama television series of all time, "The Wire" created a massive following during its five seasons. Though it had a slow start, the Baltimore-area show introduced a style that brought viewers into the complex and dynamic world of crime and politics and even media,

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Isiah Whitlock Jr., veteran actor best known for his role on ‘The Wire,’ dies at 71

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Isiah Whitlock Jr., 71, Scene-Stealing Character Actor in ‘The Wire,’ Dies

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Actor known for role on ‘The Wire’ dies at 71 following illness

Actor Isiah Whitlock Jr., known for his roles on the hit TV show “The Wire” and in several films directed by Spike Lee, has died at the age of 71.

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Isiah Whitlock Jr., The Wire Star, Dead at 71

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The Wire’s Isiah Whitlock Jr. Dies at 71

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House Republicans Cite 23-Year-Old TV HBO Smash The Wire As ‘Proof’ Of Baltimore Crime

With President Donald Trump threatening a federal intervention in Baltimore as National Guard troops patrol DC, the House GOP Judiciary had a curious take on Maryland Congressman Jamie Raskin's comments on a potential takeover in the city. Republicans ...

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David Simon bears blame for Baltimore’s image troubles | READER COMMENTARY

David Simon is right to call out Republican lawmakers for citing “The Wire” as justification for sending National Guard troops to Baltimore (“David Simon: Don’t use ‘The Wire’ to justify sending troops to Baltimore,” Sept. 8). Nevertheless ...

Capital Gazette

David Simon: Don’t use ‘The Wire’ to justify sending troops to Baltimore

Television producer David Simon has a message for Republican lawmakers who are pushing sending National Guard Troops to Baltimore — they should keep “The Wire” out of their mouths. “Anyone citing a television narrative as a means to justifying this ...

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The Wire star James Ransone dies aged 46

The Wire star James Ransone died by suicide on Friday, according to records from the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner. See details.

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'The Wire's Most Misunderstood Season Worked Because James Ransone Went All In

The Wire was unfairly maligned for its dock worker season, but was actually an important portrayal of Baltimore.