Lance Reddick was an American actor known for his roles in “The Wire,” “Fringe,” and the “John Wick” series. Born on June 7, 1962, in Baltimore, Maryland, he became a celebrated figure in both television and film.
Personal and Family Life
Lance Reddick was born to Solomon Reddick and Dorothy Gee, a public schoolteacher. He was the younger of two sons. He was married to Stephanie Diane Day from June 2011 until his death in March 2023. He also had a previous marriage to Suzanne Yvonne Louis, with whom he had two children, Yvonne and Christopher Reddick.
Career
Reddick initially pursued a career in music, studying classical composition at the University of Rochester’s Eastman School of Music. However, a severe back injury led him to switch to acting. He graduated from the Yale School of Drama in 1994 and quickly gained recognition for his intense performances, often playing authority figures. Reddick was highly regarded for his role as Phillip Broyles in “Fringe” and as Cedric Daniels in “The Wire.” He also earned fame for his portrayal of Charon in the “John Wick” film franchise.
Death and Legacy
Lance Reddick passed away on March 17, 2023, in Los Angeles, California, at the age of 60 due to ischemic heart disease. He left behind a legacy as a talented actor with a unique voice, known for his commitment to his craft. Reddick was also a skilled voice actor in animation and video games, and he maintained a passion for music throughout his life.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Don’t Say a Word | 2001-09-28 | Arnie |
| The Siege | 1998-11-06 | FBI Agent Floyd Rose |
| Tennessee | 2008-04-26 | Frank |
| Remains | 2011-12-06 | Ramsey |
| Oldboy | 2013-11-14 | Daniel Newcombe |
| White House Down | 2013-06-27 | General Caulfield |
| The Wire | 2002-06-02 | Cedric Daniels |
| Fringe | 2008-09-09 | Phillip Broyles |
| John Wick | 2014-10-22 | Hotel Manager/Charon |
| Resident Evil | 2022-07-14 | Albert Wesker |
| Percy Jackson and the Olympians | 2023-12-19 | Zeus |