Hollywood actor Michael K Williams was found dead in his New York apartment on Monday. He was 54.
Michael K Williams dies: What’s the cause of death?
According to reports, NYC police spokesperson John Grimpal said that the an emergency call was received from William’s residence at around 14:00.
It’s understood that police are investigating his death as a possible drug overdose. Williams has been very open about his difficulties with drug use and addiction. Before, Williams even admitted he feared that drugs would one day kill him.
Michael K Williams’ awards
Williams is an American actor and is best known for his starring role as ‘Omar Little’ on the drama series ‘The Wire’. He is also known for ‘Albert “Chalky” White’ on the HBO series ‘Boardwalk Empire’.
- Williams received the ‘Critics’ Choice Television Award for Best Supporting Actor in a Drama Series’ just this year.
- He also earned the ‘Gotham Made in NY Award’ in 2017.
- In 2015, he won the ‘Independent Spirit Robert Altman Award’.
- Lastly in 2012, he accepted the ‘Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series’.
Reactions and Tributes to Williams’ death
In addition to loosing a great actor, there is also the loss of a father, as Williams leaves behind his only son Elijah Williams. Many people on social media are currently mourning over his erupt departure.
Please take a moment. Listen to Wendell Pierce @WendellPierce speak about Michael K. Williams… pic.twitter.com/DfWS5Jkiot
— Rex Chapman (@RexChapman) September 7, 2021
Michael K. Williams: One of the kindest, gentlest, most genuine, giving and courageous souls I've ever met. Rest in peace, my brother. #MichaelKWilliams pic.twitter.com/tqjAnGhQDY
— Lance Reddick (@lancereddick) September 7, 2021
We send our deepest condolences to the family of Michael K. Williams.
— NEW YORK KNICKS (@nyknicks) September 7, 2021
A true New Yorker and a friend to @TheGarden and @gardenofdreams. Rest in Peace. pic.twitter.com/StenfDkraQ
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— ClutchPoints (@ClutchPointsApp) September 7, 2021
RIP pic.twitter.com/NScbAHKT8U
Reading all of the condolences, he was so loved, he personified LOVE, he had such a heart, was a very sensitive soul, the hood tried to rob him of his sensitivity but he fought hard for his humanity, I’m gutted! #MichaelKWilliams pic.twitter.com/RuC6hg60Ro
— bevysmith (@bevysmith) September 7, 2021
MICHAEL K WILLIAMS
— ErykahBadoula (@fatbellybella) September 7, 2021
He was an amazing human. He gave back so much to the community. So, so much. Haunting. Looking for these pictures to post is becoming inhumane. Taking all of these photos is becoming cryptic. I just wanna show love. Michael K. Williams. Rest well. Hurting. Praying. pic.twitter.com/SlEeHrtHAG
— PHAROAHE MONCH (@pharoahemonch) September 7, 2021