The Wire star Wendell Pierce reacts to James…
Wendell Pierce is mourning the death of his “The Wire” co-star, James Ransone.
Pierce, 62, posted an emotional tribute to Ransone, who died by suicide at age 46 on Friday.
“Sorry I couldn’t be there for you, brother,” Pierce wrote on X on Sunday.
“Rest in Peace James Ransone,” he added.
Wendell Pierce and James Ransone at the “Entourage” Season 5 premiere afterparty in NYC on September 3, 2008. FilmMagic
The tribute featured a picture of Ransone staring at the digicam sporting a white shirt.
Pierce had his breakout function enjoying Detective Bunk Moreland in “The Wire” from 2002 to 2008.
Ransone performed Frank Sobotka’s (Chris Bauer) son, Baltimore dock employee Ziggy, in the second season of the critically acclaimed HBO collection.
Wendell Pierce, Dominic West in “The Wire.” Alamy Stock Photo
Wendell Pierce seen in New York City on June 27, 2023. GC Images
The late actor appeared in 12 episodes whole.
Created by David Simon, “The Wire” follows the establishments that revolve around Baltimore’s crime scene, from the police officers to the criminals themselves.
Dominic West, Michael Kenneth Williams, John Doman, Idris Elba, Wood Harris, Lance Reddick, Frankie Faison and Lawrence Gilliard Jr. also starred in the show.
James Ransone in “The Wire.” HBO
James Ransone in “The Wire.” HBO
In addition to Pierce, other Hollywood stars have shared tributes to Ransone in the wake of his death.
Spike Lee shared a picture of the pair on Instagram, writing, “Rest In Peace To My Dear Brother,MR. JAMES RANSONE. We Rocked Together On RED HOOK SUMMER And INSIDE MAN.”
Mya Taylor, who labored with Ransone on the 2015 movie “Tangerine,” said in a post, “RIP James Ransone. This hurt me so bad. Such a sweet and funny guy. He helped me deal with fame. He could light up a room with his smile and dimples. So funny and sweet and he will be missed. Love this man so much.”
James Ransone at the “It Chapter Two” premiere in Aug. 2019. / SplashNews.com
Ransone’s “Black Phone” and “Black Phone 2” co-star Madeleine McGraw also shared an emotional tribute on her Instagram Story, writing, “I’m struggling to put into words the profound emptiness I’m feeling since learning of James Ransone’s passing. My heart is absolutely shattered.”
“James, you truly changed me. You inspired me in ways I’ll carry forever,” McGraw, 17, continued. “And I promise, with everything in me, to live by the wisdom you shared with me that night at the premiere. I already miss you so deeply. Rest in peace, my friend. You were one of a kind.”
James Ransone attends the “Tangerine” screening at Sundance in June 2015. WirePicture
Ransone’s trigger of death was listed as “hanging,” while his place of death was listed as “shed,” according to the LA County Medical Examiner’s data.
The “Generation eliminate” actor struggled with dependancy before his death.
He is survived by his spouse, Jamie McPhee, and their two youngsters.
James Ransone with his spouse, Jamie McPhee. @skippermcphee/Instagram
James Ransone with his two youngsters. @skippermcphee/Instagram
“I told you I have loved you 1000 times before and I know I will love you again,” McPhee wrote in a heart-wrenching social media post after her husband’s passing.
“You told me – I need to be more like you and you need to be more like me – and you were so right,” she added.
McPhee also shared a GoFundMe hyperlink that was created to help the mom of two and her youngsters “navigate life after an unimaginable loss.”
If you’re struggling with suicidal ideas or are experiencing a mental health disaster and live in New York City, you may call 1-888-NYC-WELL for free and confidential disaster counseling. If you live outdoors the 5 boroughs, you may dial the 24/7 National Suicide Prevention hotline at 988 or go to SuicidePreventionLifeline.org.
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