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From ‘The Sopranos’ to the Oscars, Michael B. Jordan Has Been Putting in Work for Decades
His first-ever credited appearance was in an episode of 'The Sopranos' in 1999.
‘The Wire’ Star Bobby J. Brown Dies at 62 in Barn Fire
Brown's daughter said the actor died of smoke inhalation in a barn fire that has been ruled an accident.
Isiah Whitlock Jr., Star of 'The Wire' and Spike Lee Projects, Dies Aged 71
The actor died peacefully after battling a short illness, according to his manager.
James Ransone's Wife Shares 'Forever' Love for Late Actor
Ransone's widow, Jamie McPhee, called her two children with the actor her "greatest gifts."

Donnell Rawlings Says Working With Idris Elba on 'The Wire' Was Tough: 'He Took All the Damn Girls'
Rawlings joked that he was actually happy

'The Wire' Creator Slams Troll Who Says Black Gangs Have ‘Low IQ’
Simon told the fan one of the show's co-creators was a lead investigator on drug cases in Baltimore.

Havoc Co-Signs Potential Mobb Deep Biopic Starring 'The Wire' Actors
Tray Chaney, who portrayed Poot Carr in the hit HBO series, has been campaigning for himself and co-star JD Williams.

72-Year-Old Drug Dealer Tied to Michael K. Williams’ Fatal Overdose Gets 30 Months In Prison
A judge sentenced Carlos Macci, 72, to 30 months in prison in addition to three years of supervised release

The Best Shows to Watch on HBO Max
Our top picks for the best HBO shows and HBO Max series right now, including 'Avenue 5', 'The Sex Lives of College Girls', 'House of The Dragon' and more.

'John Wick' and 'The Wire' Actor Lance Reddick Dead at 60
Los Angeles authorities say the actor was found dead Friday morning inside his home in Studio City. Officials say a cause of death has not been determined.

'Baltimore to the Fullest': Why Sneakers Matter in HBO's New Series
The costumer on 'We Own This City' explains the origins of the New Balances, Foamposites, and Air Jordans used in David Simon's latest show.

Jamie Foxx Pays Tribute to Michael K. Williams in Emotional Video
On Friday, TMZ caught up with Jamie Foxx outside a restaurant in Beverly Hills, where the actor shared his thoughts on the late Michael K. Williams.

'The Wire' Creator David Simon Pens Heartfelt Tribute to Michael K. Williams: 'He Gave Us An Astounding Gift'
Just a week after the tragic death of Michael K. Williams, 'The Wire' creator David Simon penned a tribute to the late actor in the New York Times.

'Oh Indeed': Michael K. Williams' Most Memorable TV Roles
A look back at Michael K. Williams' acting legacy & TV roles, including his work on 3 of HBO's best series: 'The Wire', 'The Sopranos', & 'Boardwalk Empire'.

Wendell Pierce Pens Message Remembering 'The Wire’ Co-Star Michael K. Williams
Wendell Pierce shares a series of tweets remembering 'The Wire' co-star Michael K. Williams in wake of the news that he was found dead at his Brooklyn home.

Michael K. Williams’ ‘The Wire’ Castmates, Chance the Rapper, and More Mourn Death of Beloved Actor
The entertainment world is mourning the loss of Michael K. Williams, after the beloved 'The Wire' actor was found dead in his New York City apartment.

Michael K. Williams Found Dead at Age 54 (UPDATE)
A law enforcement source told the 'New York Post' that Michael K. Williams’ nephew found the actor dead in his Brooklyn apartment Monday afternoon.

'The Deuce' Co-Creator David Simon Defends James Franco Over Sexual Misconduct Lawsuit
HBO's 'The Deuce' came to an end on Monday, just weeks after series lead James Franco was sued for alleged sexual exploitation.