Actor Isiah Whitlock Jr., Best Known for “The Wire,” Dies at Age 71
Isiah Whitlock Jr., a veteran and deeply admired character actor whose work spanned television, film, and theater for more than four decades.
Has died at the age of 71, his manager confirmed. His passing on December 30, 2025, in New York City followed a brief illness, according to official statements.
The news has prompted an outpouring of admiration from fans, colleagues…
Isiah Whitlock Jr., a veteran and deeply admired character actor whose work spanned television, film, and theater for more than four decades.
Has died at the age of 71, his manager confirmed. His passing on December 30, 2025, in New York City followed a brief illness, according to official statements.
The news has prompted an outpouring of admiration from fans, colleagues…
