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Jamie Roberts

The Wire actor Lance Reddick 'died from heart and artery disease'

The Wire star Lance Reddick died from heart and artery disease, the actor's death certificate has revealed.

It's said the actor, who was found dead at his home on March 17, passed away from Ischemic Heart Disease as well as Atherosclerotic Coronary Artery Disease.

TMZ reports the death certificate also says the star was to be cremated.

At the time of his death, law enforcement sources told the publication his death seemed to have been from natural causes.

His wife had phoned emergency services after she found him collapsed in their Study City garden.

His death at the age of 60 came just days after he had pulled out of the movie premiere for John Wick 4.

Lance Reddick died aged 60 (Xavier Collin/Image Press Agency / SplashNews.com)

He had been taking part in a press tour for the fourth instalment of popular franchise John Wick prior to his death.

Lance stars as Charon in the movie and was scheduled to talk about the latest movie on Kelly Clarkson's talk show.

Prior to his performance on Wick, Lance was best known for portraying Baltimore Police Department officer Cedrick Daniels on hit series The Wire.

His character appeared in all five seasons of the popular HBO series.

His resume also included appearances on shows such as Fringe, Bosch, Oz and Lost.

On the big screen, he acted in the likes of Angel Has Fallen and Godzilla Vs Kong.

Lance Reddick died from heart and artery disease (Xavier Collin/Image Press Agency / SplashNews.com)
He died days after pulling out of a promotion for John Wick 4 (Xavier Collin/Image Press Agency / SplashNews.com)

Many of his famous friends took to social media following his death to share messages of condolence.

Among them was fellow actor on The Wire Wendell Pierce, who wrote: "A man of great strength and grace.

"As talented a musician as he was an actor. The epitome of class. A sudden unexpected sharp painful grief for our artistic family. An unimaginable suffering for his personal family and loved ones. Godspeed my friend. You made your mark here. RIP."

Another co-star on the series, Isiah Whitlock Jr, penned: "Shocked and saddened by the news that Lance Reddick has passed away. Truly heartbreaking. R.I.P. My friend. You will be missed. God speed."

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